My Favorite Beet Salad

Ingredients

• 2 large beets, peeled and diced
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 cup pecans, chopped
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Place beets in a roasting pan and roast for 20 minutes, or until tender.
2. In a large bowl, combine spinach, feta, and pecans.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper.
4. When beets are cooked, add to the spinach mixture and toss to combine. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat.
5. Serve immediately.

Interesting Facts

• Beets are rich in Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, and Iron.
• Beets are believed to have originated in the Mediterranean region.
• Beets are a great source of antioxidants and can help reduce inflammation.