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Beetroot & Feta Salad with Homemade Walnut Pesto

A fresh and colourful salad combining earthy beetroot, peppery arugula, creamy feta, crunchy walnuts, and aromatic homemade pesto.

Total
20 min
Cook
10 min
Serves
4
Level
easy
  • Vegetarian
  • Gluten free
5.0 (1 rating)

By Siso ·

Method

Prepare the Walnut Pesto

  1. Add the fresh basil, walnuts, grated Parmesan, and garlic to a food processor.

  2. Blend while gradually pouring in the olive oil until the pesto reaches a smooth but slightly textured consistency

  3. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Assemble the Salad

  1. Place the cubed beetroot and fresh arugula in a mixing bowl

  2. Add the homemade walnut pesto and toss gently until the ingredients are lightly coated.

Add the Toppings

  1. Transfer the salad to a serving plate. Crumble the feta over the top and finish with roughly chopped walnuts for extra crunch

  2. Add a little extra pesto if desired and serve immediately.

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