Fresh Beet Salad

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Very different from a regular salad. This is a salad my whole family enjoys, including my 8- and 9-year old. Peas are readily available all year round; when it's in season, I have also used asparagus, zucchini, green or wax beans. It's also nice to put some fresh cracked pepper over it when it is done. I have tried this recipe with canned beets. It does not come out nearly as well, the beets are way to soft.

Submitted by BETHS387
Published on January 27, 2016
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 3 beets, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch cubes

  • 6 slices bacon

  • 1 bunch red Swiss chard - leaves chopped and stems discarded

  • 1 cup frozen peas

  • ¾ cup crumbled feta cheese

Directions

  1. Place the beets into a saucepan with enough water to cover by 1 inch; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the beets are easily pierced with a fork, about 30 minutes.

  2. Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat until evenly browned, about 10 minutes; transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, reserving the bacon drippings in the skillet. Roughly chop the bacon and set aside.

  3. Add the drained beets and red Swiss chard to the reserved bacon drippings; cover the skillet, place over medium heat, and cook until the chard is tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir the chopped bacon and frozen peas into the beet mixture; continue cooking until the peas are cooked through, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle the feta cheese over the mixture; stir. Serve hot.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

195 Calories
14g Fat
10g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 195
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g 18%
Saturated Fat 6g 31%
Cholesterol 32mg 11%
Sodium 533mg 23%
Total Carbohydrate 10g 4%
Dietary Fiber 3g 10%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 8g 16%
Vitamin C 18mg 20%
Calcium 125mg 10%
Iron 2mg 9%
Potassium 372mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.