Beet and Goat Cheese Salad

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Ingredients:

- 4 medium beets, roasted and sliced
- 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled
- 4 cups mixed greens (such as arugula, spinach, and kale)
- 1/4 cup candied walnuts or pecans
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
 

Instructions:

1. To roast the beets, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap each beet in foil and roast for 45-60 minutes until tender. Once cooled, peel and slice the beets.

2. In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.

3. In a large salad bowl, toss the mixed greens with the sliced beets, goat cheese, candied nuts, and red onion.

4. Drizzle the salad with the balsamic dressing and toss to combine.

5. Serve immediately.

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