GREENS AND ROASTED BEETS

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A refreshing from-scratch dressing is the ideal topping to this colorful salad with bright beets, mixed greens and mandarin oranges. The dish from our Test Kitchen would be a dressy accompaniment to a special event's menu.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 whole fresh beets
Cooking spray
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 teaspoons orange juice concentrate
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon pepper
5 teaspoons canola oil
1 teaspoon sesame oil
3 cups torn mixed salad greens
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Scrub beets and trim tops to 1 in. Spritz beets with cooking spray; place in an ungreased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake, covered, 60-70 minutes or until tender. Cool., In a small bowl, whisk vinegar, orange juice concentrate, mustard, thyme and pepper. Gradually whisk in canola and sesame oils until blended. , Peel beets and cut into 1/2-in. cubes. In a large bowl, combine greens, mandarin oranges and beets. Just before serving, drizzle with dressing and toss to coat.

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