Recipe updates coming soon.

Ingredients
- Lettuce
- Beets
- Mandarin oranges
- Red onion
- Goat cheese
- Pistachios
- Salt
- Pepper
Dressing
Note: Refer to the recipe card below for exact quantities.
Instructions
Step One: Prepare the Dressing
There are several ways to prepare homemade salad dressings:
1). Use a bowl to whisk or stir the ingredients together.
2). Put all of your ingredients in a mason jar with a lid, then give it a little shake.
3). Use a stick blender to blend the salad dressing ingredients together. This is helpful if the dressing includes a garlic clove or anchovies.
4). Use an oil and vinegar dispenser with your favorite extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar to drizzle on salads as needed.
Homemade salad dressings are easy to make if you keep some essential ingredients on hand. See our Top 10 Favorite Salad Dressing Recipes for the dressings we love the most.
Step Two: Prepare the Beets
Step Three: Prepare the Ingredients
Wash all lettuce and produce thoroughly, then set it aside to drain in a colander. While lettuce is draining, dice all remaining ingredients into small salad-sized portions.
Step Four: Assemble and Serve
Assemble the salad in layers with lettuce on the bottom, followed by mandarin oranges, fresh diced vegetables, goat cheese, nuts, and/or seeds.
Add a small amount of dressing and give it a good toss. Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary. Serve immediately.
Equipment
This post shows some of our kitchen essentials. Please visit our shop if you would like to see more of our favorites. These are Amazon affiliate links and we earn commission from qualifying purchases.
Storage
Store salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator without dressing for 2-3 days. If the salad is moist from being washed, place a paper towel on top of it to draw out the moisture.
Top Tips
Buy pre-washed and ready-to-eat lettuce to save time.
More Recipes
Have leftover ingredients?
- Add your leftover mandarin oranges to this Mandarin Orange Spinach Salad with Grilled Chicken *(Update: oven baked chicken)
In the mood for a similar dish?
Try these other fruit salad ideas:
More lunch recipes you will love:
FAQ
If you prefer a milder taste, then yes. Soaking red onions in ice water for 20-30 minutes will mellow out their flavor.
📖 Recipe
Roasted Beet and Mandarin Orange Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette
Save RecipeIngredients
- Lettuce
- Beets
- Mandarin oranges
- Red onion
- Goat cheese
- Pistachios
- Salt (or to taste)
- Pepper (or to taste)
Instructions
Roast
- Prepare beet.
Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients. Set aside.
Salad
- Wash lettuce and set it aside to drain in a colander.
- Wash remaining produce and cut into small salad sized portions.
- Assemble salad with all ingredients.
- Drizzle prepared dressing on top.
- Gently toss the salad and serve immediately.
Food Safety
- Wash hands and create a clean work area.
- Rinse fresh produce thoroughly.
- Do not use the same cutting board or utensils on cooked food or produce, that previously touched raw meat or seafood.
- Do not leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods.
Leave a Reply