Ingredients

  • 8 1/4 ounces can tiny whole beets, chilled
  • 1 tablespoon snipped fresh basil or 1 tablespoon flat leaf parsley
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 4 tablespoons vinaigrette dressing (bottled reduced-fat or fat-free balsamic)
  • 4 cups mixed baby greens
  • 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped walnuts, toasted
  • 1 ounce semi-soft goat cheese, crumbled (chevre)

Method

  • Drain and cut up beets.
  • In a medium bowl, combine cut-up beets, basil, and pepper.
  • Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the salad dressing; toss to coat.
  • Arrange greens on 2 salad plates; sprinkle with remaining dressing.
  • Top with beet mixture, walnuts, and goat cheese.