Beet-and-Citrus Salad
Beet-and-Citrus Salad might be just the side dish you are searching for. One serving contains 121 calories, 2g of protein, and 7g of fat. This recipe serves 10. This recipe covers 7% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free, primal, and vegan diet. Head to the store and pick up ruby grapefruit, pistachios, pepper, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes.
Instructions
Trim beet stems to 1 inch; gently wash beets, and place in an 8-inch square pan.
Add 1/4 cup water, and cover with aluminum foil.
Bake 1 hour and 10 minutes or until tender. Uncover and cool completely (about 30 minutes).
Cut a 1/4-inch-thick slice from each end of grapefruit using a sharp, thin-bladed knife.
Place, flat ends down, on a cutting board, and remove peel in strips, cutting from top to bottom following the curvature of fruit.
Remove any remaining bitter white pith. Holding peeled grapefruit over a bowl, slice between membranes, and gently remove whole segments. Reserve 1/4 cup juice.
Whisk together olive oil, next 4 ingredients, and reserved 1/4 cup grapefruit juice in a bowl.
Peel beets, and slice into wedges. Arrange arugula on a large platter; top with grapefruit and beets.
Drizzle with vinaigrette; sprinkle with pistachios.
Add salt and pepper to taste.