Beet And Blood Orange Salad With Mint

A food & wine recipe by sam mogannam.

Spread the beets in a large steamer basket and steam until tender , about 15 minutes.

Transfer the beets to a bowl and let cool completely.

Using a sharp knife , peel the oranges , removing all of the bitter white pith.

Quarter the oranges lengthwise , then slice crosswise 1 / 3 inch thick.

Add the oranges to the beets along with the parsley and mint.

In a small bowl , whisk the lemon juice with the vinegar , shallot , honey and 1 / 8 teaspoon of sumac.

Whisk in the olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.

Add the feta and toss again.

Sprinkle the salad with sumac and serve.

golden beets, blood oranges, parsley, mint, lemon juice, champagne vinegar, shallot, honey, sumac, extra virgin olive oil, salt, black pepper, feta