Beet and Burrata Salad with Pine Nuts & Balsamic Dressing 🌿💖
A showstopping salad that balances earthy roasted beets, creamy burrata, crunchy pine nuts, and tangy-sweet balsamic glaze—elegant enough for entertaining, easy enough for weeknights!
Prep Time:Â 10 mins (plus roasting beets) |Â Total Time:Â 20 mins
Servings:Â 2 (as a main) or 4 (as a side)
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 3 medium beets (red, golden, or candy-striped), roasted* and sliced
- 1 ball (8 oz)Â fresh burrata cheese
- ¼ cup toasted pine nuts
- 2 cups baby arugula or mixed greens
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
For the Balsamic Dressing:
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp aged balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- ½ tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt & pepper to taste
Optional Extras:
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling
- Microgreens or edible flowers
- Prosciutto for a salty contrast
Instructions
- Roast the beets: Wrap whole, unpeeled beets in foil with a drizzle of olive oil. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 45-60 mins until tender. Cool, peel, and slice. (Can be done ahead!)
- Toast the pine nuts: In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast until golden (2-3 mins). Watch closely—they burn fast!
- Make the dressing: Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble: On a platter, layer arugula, beets, and red onion. Tear burrata over the top. Scatter pine nuts and basil.
- Drizzle: Spoon dressing over the salad, then finish with a swirl of balsamic glaze.
Pro Tips
✔ Save time: Use pre-cooked vacuum-packed beets.
✔ Creamier bite: Let burrata sit at room temp for 10 mins before serving.
✔ No pine nuts? Sub toasted walnuts or pistachios.
Why This Salad Wins
✨ Texture contrast: Silky burrata + crisp nuts + tender beets.
✨ Vibrant colors: Deep red, white, and green make it insta-worthy.
✨ Make-ahead: Roast beets and prep dressing a day ahead.
Pair with crusty bread and a glass of Prosecco for a light meal, or serve alongside grilled chicken or salmon.
Let me know if you’d like a vegan version (swap burrata for avocado or cashew cheese)! 🌱