Delicious and Healthy Marinated Beet Salad

This marinated beet salad is a perfect combination of earthy beets, tangy vinegar, and aromatic herbs. Packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor, this salad is a refreshing and healthy addition to any meal. The beets are marinated in a zesty dressing, allowing them to absorb all the delicious flavors. Serve this colorful salad as a side dish or enjoy it as a light lunch. It's easy to make and will surely impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

• 4 large beets
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Wash the beets thoroughly and trim off the stems and roots.
3. Wrap each beet individually in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet.
4. Roast the beets in the preheated oven for about 40-50 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a knife.
5. Remove the beets from the oven and let them cool slightly. Peel off the skin using your hands or a peeler, and cut them into bite-sized wedges or slices.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
7. Place the beet wedges or slices in a shallow container or a ziplock bag and pour the dressing over them, ensuring they are well coated. Add the chopped parsley, dill, and chives and gently toss to combine.
8. Cover the container or seal the ziplock bag, and refrigerate the marinated beets for at least 2 hours, or overnight if possible. This will allow the flavors to develop and the beets to absorb the marinade.
9. Before serving, remove the marinated beets from the refrigerator and let them come to room temperature.
10. Serve the marinated beet salad as a side dish or as a light lunch. Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired.

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