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Spinach Salad with Goat Cheese & Beets
10 min prep time
30 min cook time
6servings
Recipe by
Emily Weeks, RDN, LD
Photo by
Emily Weeks, RDN, LD
How to Make Spinach Salad with Goat Cheese & Beets
This classic spinach salad with goat cheese and beets is colorful, flavorful, and full of nutrients. Spinach is the star of the show, a vitamin-packed vegetable that is a great addition to any diabetes-friendly diet. The honey and Dijon mustard dressing adds a touch of sweetness and takes these flavors to the next level.
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10 min prep time
30 min cook time
6servings
2 cups
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Step-By-Step Instructions:
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Scrub the beets and trim and discard the tops. Place in a saucepan or pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until fork-tender, 30–45 minutes.
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Remove from water and let cool, then peel and slice into wedges.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the canola oil, water, honey, and Dijon mustard. Add spinach and toss to coat.
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Add beets, goat cheese, and pine nuts. Toss again gently.
Nutrition facts
6 Servings
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Serving Size
2 cups
- Amount per serving Calories 160
- % Daily value*
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Total Fat
11g
14%
- Saturated Fat 2g 10%
- Trans Fats 0g
- Cholesterol 5mg 2%
- Sodium 160mg 7%
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Total Carbohydrate
12g
4%
- Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
- Total Sugars 7g
- Added Sugars 2g 4%
- Protein 5g
- Potassium 550mg 12%
Ingredients
beets (tops trimmed)
1 lbs
canola oil
2 tbsp
water
3 tbsp
honey
2 tsp
Dijon Mustard
2 tsp
baby spinach
10 oz
goat cheese (crumbled)
1 1/2 oz
pine nuts
1/4 cup
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