Christmas Salad with Beetroot, Oranges and Blue Cheese

[recipe servings=”6″ difficulty=”Easy” ] [recipe-ingredients]
  • 2 medium beetroots, cooked and diced
  • 2 oranges, segmented
  • 100g/3.5oz walnuts, toasted
  • 100g/3.5oz pomegranate seeds
  • 50g/2oz dried cranberries
  • 150g/5oz mixed lettuce (such as rocket and spinach)
  • 100g/3.5oz Strathdon blue cheese, crumbled
  • For the dressing:
  • 3 tbsp Odessa Organic Greek Extra Virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp local honey
  • 1 tsp Grey Poupon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
[/recipe-ingredients] [recipe-directions]
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, ground cinnamon, salt, and pepper until well combined. Set aside.
  2. In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed lettuce, diced beetroot, orange segments, toasted walnuts, pomegranate seeds, and dried cranberries.
  3. Sprinkle the crumbled blue cheese over the top of the salad.
  4. Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine, ensuring all ingredients are well coated.
  5. Enjoy the salad immediately as a vibrant, festive side dish for your Christmas meal. It’s a delightful mix of flavours and textures that captures the essence of the holiday season!
[/recipe-directions] [/recipe]

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