Mediterranean Diet Friendly Vegan Roasted Beet and Citrus Salad with Cashew Cheese

Total time1 hr 15 min

Prep time25 min

Cook time50 min

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Mediterranean Diet Friendly Vegan Roasted Beet and Citrus Salad with Cashew Cheese

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the cashew cheese

1 cup raw cashews, soaked in cold water for at least 4 hours, then drained
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp nutritional yeast
1 small garlic clove, minced
¼ tsp salt
2–4 tbsp water, as needed to blend

For the roasted beets

1 lb medium beets (about 3–4 beets), scrubbed
1 tbsp olive oil
¼ tsp salt

For the vinaigrette

3 tbsp fresh orange juice
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 small shallot, finely minced
1 tsp dijon mustard
1 tsp maple syrup
Chef's tip
Use the same amount; honey is a little thicker and slightly sweeter.
3 tbsp olive oil
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper

For the salad

5 oz arugula or mixed greens
2 navel oranges, peeled and segmented or sliced into rounds
½ cup walnuts, roughly chopped and toasted

For serving

2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped (optional)

Instructions

1
Soak the cashews in cold water for at least 4 hours (or up to overnight), then drain and rinse well.
2
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Place each beet on a square of aluminum foil, drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, and sprinkle with 1/4 tsp salt. Wrap each beet tightly in the foil and arrange on a baking sheet. Roast for 45–55 minutes, until a knife slides into the center of the largest beet with no resistance.

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