Citrus & Beet Salad
Beets may be as polarizing as Brussels sprouts, but this lovely, classic combination of beets and citrus packs a healthy punch with delicious, fresh flavors sure to win over even the most ardent objector. The earthiness of the beets, roasted to develop their natural sweetness, is tamed by the bright acidity of winter citrus in the form of luscious Cara Cara and blood oranges, and sweet, tangy Satsuma tangerines. Creamy goat cheese and spicy arugula and chervil round out this healthy, resolution- worthy salad.
Serves 4
1/2 cup goat cheese, roughly crumbled
1 tbs fresh lime juice
good-quality extra virgin olive oil
2. Meanwhile, cut off the tops and bottoms of oranges and using a sharp knife, remove peels and white pith. Slice the oranges crosswise into thin slices. Peel the tangerines and separate the segments. Place the tangerine segments and orange slices in a bowl. Juice the remaining orange ends and add to the bowl along with fresh lime juice.
3. When the beets are cool enough to handle, remove the skins and slice the beets crosswise 1/8″ thick.
4. Arrange the beets, oranges and tangerines on plates, layering to create texture. Top with arugula, chervil and goat cheese.
5. Drizzle with remaining citrus juice and olive oil and season with freshly ground black pepper.