RECIPE: Beet and Feta Salad

Beets are a powerhouse of nutrition. These colorful root vegetables are a good source of iron, vitamin B6, vitamin C, folate, potassium, magnesium, fiber and more! Plus they are delicious.

Ingredients:

• 4 small steamed beets (Trader Joe's sells packaged steamed beets, or you can get raw beets and steam yourself.)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Pinch of salt
• 1/2 tablespoon olive oil 
• Black pepper to your taste
• 1 tablespoon feta cheese
• Plenty of salad greens
• A few honeyed walnuts

Instructions:

• Cube the beets and put them on a plate. 
• Whisk together lemon juice and salt in a small bowl. 
• Add olive oil, whisking until combined. 
• Season dressing with pepper and spoon 1 tablespoon over beets. 
• Let it set for 15-20 minutes. 
• Sprinkle feta over beets. 
• Right before serving, toss the greens with remaining dressing add the beets and a handful of honeyed walnuts. 

Recipe & photo submitted by
AAY! member Goretti C.