Rainbow Beet Salad

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This rainbow beet salad is stunning on the table and nourishing on the plate. Roasted multicolored beets get tossed in a lemon-ginger vinaigrette that brightens every bite. The result is a salad that’s vibrant in both color and flavor, making it equally at home on the holiday table, as a potluck showpiece or as a special weeknight side.

  • The mix of golden, red and striped beets makes this salad a colorful centerpiece.
  • Beets are full of fiber to help support digestive health.
  • Roasted beets can be prepped in advance, making assembly quick and easy.
Ingredients for a rainbow beet salad recipe arranged on a marble surface

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Renu Dhar, Prop Stylist: Keoshia McGhee.

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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 2 pounds multicolored beets (4 to 5 medium), scrubbed and trimmed

  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger

  • ¾ teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard

  • ½ teaspoon honey

  • ¼ teaspoon pepper

  • 1 small shallot, finely chopped (about 2 Tbsp.)

  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh chives

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Wrap each beet in foil; place on a large baking sheet. Roast until tender and easily pierced with a knife, 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes. Carefully unwrap the beets and let stand until cool enough to handle, about 15 minutes.

    Ingredients on a baking sheet one beet partially wrapped in foil and other items wrapped in foil packages

    Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Renu Dhar, Prop Stylist: Keoshia McGhee.

  2. Meanwhile, whisk ¼ cup oil, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon ginger, ¾ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon mustard, ½ teaspoon honey and ¼ teaspoon pepper in a large bowl until combined. Set aside at room temperature until ready to use.

    A hand whisking oil and seasonings in a glass bowl

    Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Renu Dhar, Prop Stylist: Keoshia McGhee.

  3. When the beets are cool enough to handle, remove and discard the skins, using paper towels to wipe the skins off. Cut into ½-inch cubes; add to the bowl with the vinaigrette.

    Hands peeling roasted beets on a cutting board

    Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Renu Dhar, Prop Stylist: Keoshia McGhee.

  4. Add chopped shallot to the bowl with the beets and vinaigrette; toss well to coat. Serve at room temperature or chilled. Sprinkle with 2 teaspoons chives before serving.

    Recipe image of Rainbow Beet Salad.

    Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Renu Dhar, Prop Stylist: Keoshia McGhee.

To make ahead

Roasted beets (Step 1) can be cooked, peeled and refrigerated for up to 5 days. Store them whole in an airtight container; cube them just before mixing with the dressing.

EatingWell.com, October 2025

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

113 Calories
7g Fat
12g Carbs
2g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Serving Size about ½ cup
Calories 113
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 12g 4%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Total Sugars 8g
Added Sugars 1g 2%
Protein 2g 4%
Total Fat 7g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Vitamin A 3µg
Vitamin C 7mg 8%
Vitamin D 0µg
Vitamin E 1mg 7%
Folate 125µg
Vitamin K 5µg
Sodium 297mg 13%
Calcium 21mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%
Magnesium 27mg 7%
Potassium 385mg 8%
Zinc 0mg 4%
Vitamin B12 0µg
Omega 3 0g

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.