Roasted Beet & Arugula Salad with Walnuts

This Roasted Beet & Arugula Salad is more than just a colorful plate — it’s packed with ingredients that support natural liver detox, balance hormones, and reduce inflammation. With roasted beets, peppery arugula, crunchy walnuts, and a light vinaigrette, this elegant salad is as healing as it is delicious.

Ingredients

For the Salad

• 2 medium beets, scrubbed and trimmed
• 3 cups baby arugula
• ¼ cup walnuts, roughly chopped
• ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
• 1 oz goat cheese or feta (optional, for creaminess)

For the Dressing

• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (supports digestion & detox)
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• ½ tsp maple syrup or honey (optional)
• Pinch of sea salt and black pepper

Directions

1. Roast the beets
   Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap whole beets in foil and roast on a baking sheet for 30–40 minutes, until fork-tender. Let cool, then peel and slice or cube.
2. Make the dressing
   In a small bowl or jar, whisk olive oil, vinegar, mustard, maple syrup, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
3. Assemble the salad
   In a large bowl, toss arugula with sliced beets, walnuts, and red onion. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to coat.
4. Optional garnish
   Top with goat cheese for a creamy finish, or add hemp seeds for an extra hormone-friendly boost.

Nutrient Highlights

Ingredient	Benefit	Notes
Beets	Liver detox support (rich in betaine)	Improves bile flow, supports estrogen clearance
Arugula	Cruciferous green, supports detox enzymes	High in folate and antioxidants
Walnuts	Omega-3s + hormone-friendly fats	Brain, skin, and liver support
Olive Oil	Healthy fat for nutrient absorption	Anti-inflammatory and gut-friendly
Apple Cider Vinegar	Supports digestion & blood sugar balance	Use raw, unfiltered for benefits

Serving Suggestions

• Enjoy as a light lunch or pair with grilled chicken or salmon for a complete meal
• Serve alongside a quinoa bowl or sweet potato wedges
• Top with a soft-boiled egg or roasted chickpeas for added protein
• Excellent for follicular or luteal phase support in cycle syncing

Why You’ll Love It

• Full of liver-supportive and hormone-friendly ingredients
• Anti-inflammatory and blood sugar balancing
• Beautiful, earthy flavor with texture and crunch
• Naturally gluten-free and dairy-optional
• Elegant enough for guests — simple enough for a weekday