Beet-Apple Salad with Pistachios and Goat Cheese Dressing

Recipe by: Robin Miller

Cookstr

Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish

Total Time: Under 15 Minutes

Skill Level: Easy

Cost: Inexpensive

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Photo by: Joseph De Leo

Not just beautiful to look at, this salad is elegant, sweet-n-tangy and super nutritious. Sweet beets and tart apples tossed in a dressing that boasts yogurt, honey and crumbled goat cheese. Is your mouth watering yet? Top that off with the stellar crunch of roasted pistachios and you'll be making this dish for a variety of occasions! An excellent partner for roast chicken or pork.

Yield: Serves 4

INGREDIENTS

2 cups sliced canned or jarred beets (not pickled)
2 Granny Smith apples, cored and thinly sliced
¼ cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
2-3 tablespoons crumbled goat cheese
Salt and ground black pepper
¼ cup roasted and shelled pistachios

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the beets and apples. Set aside. In a small bowl, whisk together the yogurt, honey and vinegar. Fold in goat cheese. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Add dressing to beet mixture and toss to combine. Top salad with pistachios just before serving.