Ingredients

  • 6 small beets, trimmed (about 18 ounces)
  • 6 tablespoons olive oil (preferably extra-virgin)
  • 3 tablespoons Sherry wine vinegar
  • 1 large garlic clove, pressed
  • Pinch of sugar
  • 12 cups mixed baby greens
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese (about 2 1/2 ounces)
  • 1/3 cup chopped walnuts, toasted (about 2 ounces)

Method

  • Preheat oven to 400F.
  • Wrap beets in foil, enclosing completely.
  • Bake until beets are tender when pierced with fork, about 1 hour.
  • Cool slightly.
  • Peel and slice beets.
  • (Can be prepared 1 day ahead.
  • Cover and refrigerate.)
  • Whisk olive oil, Sherry wine vinegar, garlic and sugar in medium bowl to blend.
  • Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Combine mixed greens, sliced green onions and beets in large bowl.
  • Pour dressing over and toss to coat.
  • Divide salad among 6 plates.
  • Sprinkle with Gorgonzola cheese and toasted walnuts and serve.