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Wensleydale and Beetroot Salad

A classic salad combining earthy cooked beetroot, crumbly Wensleydale cheese, and peppery greens tossed in a honey mustard dressing.

15 minEasyServes 4240 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked beetroot, sliced
  • 1 cup Wensleydale cheese, crumbled
  • 4 cups arugula
  • 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tsp honey
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds, toasted

Instructions

  1. 1

    Whisk together 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 2 tsp honey, and 1 tsp Dijon mustard in a bowl until smooth.

  2. 2

    Toss 4 cups arugula with half of the dressing in a salad bowl.

  3. 3

    Top the dressed greens with 2 cups sliced cooked beetroot and 1 cup crumbled Wensleydale cheese.

  4. 4

    Drizzle remaining dressing over top and sprinkle with 2 tbsp toasted pumpkin seeds.

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Questions

What can I use instead of Dijon mustard in Wensleydale and Beetroot Salad?

The entry for Wensleydale and Beetroot Salad calls for 1 tsp Dijon mustard. In its place: Whole-grain or yellow mustard with a few drops of white wine vinegar. Yellow is milder, so use a little more.

Can I make Wensleydale and Beetroot Salad dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Wensleydale and Beetroot Salad is 1 cup Wensleydale cheese, crumbled. Swap the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor). The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Is Wensleydale and Beetroot Salad gluten-free?

Yes. As written, nothing in the ingredient list for Wensleydale and Beetroot Salad is wheat, barley or rye. Gluten hides in packaged goods, so read the label on the mustard.

How many carbs are in Wensleydale and Beetroot Salad?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 14 g of carbohydrate in about 240 calories, with 8 g protein and 17 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 420 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I freeze Wensleydale and Beetroot Salad?

It is not a good candidate. Once dressed, the arugula will wilt within hours, so keep the dressing apart and toss Wensleydale and Beetroot Salad just before serving. Undressed and refrigerated, the components hold about two days. Store the seeds at room temperature so it stays crisp. It does not freeze.

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