This beautiful, nourishing salad is one I was introduced to by my friend Lisa, who first served it at a Thanksgiving party. I loved it so much I couldn’t wait to share it with you.
It’s one of those salads that feels special without being complicated. Earthy beets, tender roasted sweet potato, creamy avocado, briny olives, and fresh herbs come together with a bright citrus-honey dressing. It’s vibrant, nourishing, and deeply satisfying—yet elegant enough for company or special occasions.
While it’s rich in fiber, antioxidants, healthy fats, and minerals, it eats like a celebratory platter rather than a “healthy” salad. It’s the kind of dish people love, ask about it—and then ask for it again.
You can watch the YouTube demo to see how easy this salad comes together HERE.
And a brief reminder to always choose organic ingredients when ever possible.
A few prep notes
- Sweet potato: Roasting it ahead of time makes this salad effortless to assemble. I often bake mine the night before.
- Beets: Purchasing already cooked beets is highly recommended. It keeps this salad easy, approachable, and repeatable.
Ingredients
Salad
- 2 medium cooked beet roots, sliced
- 1 large roasted sweet potato, cubed
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/3 cup green olives, halved
- 2 TB fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 TB fresh mint, chopped
- 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Dressing
- 3 TB fresh lemon juice
- 1 TB fresh orange juice
- 2 TB extra virgin olive oil
- 1 TB honey
Instructions
Optional prep (recommended)
Roast the sweet potato at 400°F for about 45 minutes, or until tender. Cool completely, then cube. (Best to do this the night before.)
Make the dressing
Whisk together the lemon juice, orange juice, olive oil, and honey. Set aside.
Assemble the salad
Arrange the beets, sweet potato, and avocado on a platter. Scatter the red onion and olives around the vegetables. Drizzle with the dressing, then finish with the feta, parsley, and mint.
Bon Appetit!
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