Beet and Tangerine Salad with Cranberry Dressing
Beet and Tangerine Salad with Cranberry Dressing is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Place beets in deep large microwave-safe bowl.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPlace beets in deep large microwave-safe bowl.
Add enough water to reach depth of 1 inch.
Cover with plastic wrap and microwave on high until beets are tender, about 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, finely grate enough peel from tangerines to measure 2 teaspoons.
Cut top and bottom off each tangerine.
Cut off all peel and white pith, following contour of fruit.
Cut each tangerine horizontally into 1/3-inch-thick rounds, removing any seeds.
Whisk oil, cranberry juice concentrate, vinegar, and reserved tangerine peel in small bowl to blend.
Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
Mix in onion.
Hold 1 beet under cold running water and rub off skin.
Repeat with remaining 2 beets.
Cut beets horizontally into 1/4- to 1/3-inch-thick rounds.
Sprinkle beets with salt and pepper.
Arrange watercress sprigs on large platter to cover.
Arrange beet rounds and tangerine rounds atop watercress.
Using fork, lift onion slices from dressing and arrange over salad.
Drizzle with dressing.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.
