Fresh Beet Salad

Fresh Beet Salad

Very different from a regular salad. This is a salad my whole family enjoys, including my 8- and 9-year old. Peas are readily available all year round; when it’s in season, I have also used asparagus, zucchini, green or wax beans. It’s also nice to put some fresh cracked pepper over it when it is done. I have tried this recipe with canned beets. It does not come out nearly as well, the beets are way to soft.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Yield:
6 servings
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 3 beets, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch cubes
  • 6 slices bacon
  • 1 bunch red Swiss chard – leaves chopped and stems discarded
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • ¾ cup crumbled feta cheese

Directions

Step 1
Place the beets into a saucepan with enough water to cover by 1 inch; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the beets are easily pierced with a fork, about 30 minutes.

Step 2
Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat until evenly browned, about 10 minutes; transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, reserving the bacon drippings in the skillet. Roughly chop the bacon and set aside.

Step 3
Add the drained beets and red Swiss chard to the reserved bacon drippings; cover the skillet, place over medium heat, and cook until the chard is tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir the chopped bacon and frozen peas into the beet mixture; continue cooking until the peas are cooked through, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle the feta cheese over the mixture; stir. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

195
Calories
14g
Fat
10g
Carbs
8g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 195
% Daily Value *
Total Fat14g 18%
Saturated Fat6g 31%
Cholesterol32mg 11%
Sodium533mg 23%
Total Carbohydrate10g 4%
Dietary Fiber3g 10%
Total Sugars5g
Protein8g
Vitamin C18mg 90%
Calcium125mg 10%
Iron2mg 9%
Potassium372mg 8%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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