4 medium beets - scrubbed, trimmed and cut in half
1/3 cup chopped walnuts
3 tablespoons maple syrup
1 (10 ounce) package mixed baby salad greens
1/2 cup frozen orange juice concentrate
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 ounces goat cheese
Directions:
Place beets into a saucepan, and fill with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, then cook for 20 to 30 minutes, until tender. Drain and cool, then cut in to cubes.
Toast the nuts over medium-low heat and add maple syrup and stir until evenly coated. Cool.
Dressing: Whisk together orange juice, balsamic vinegar and olive oil.
Layer greens, candied walnuts, chopped beets, a spoon of goat cheese and drizzle with the dressing.
