Roasted Beets with Walnuts & Feta

INGREDIENTS

• 6 medium red beets

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 2 oz. crumbled feta cheese

• ¼ cup Mariani Chopped Walnuts

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 3 tablespoons chopped parsley

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INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Remove the top and root from each beet. Peel the beets and dice into 1-inch pieces.

3. In a large bowl, toss the beets with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Transfer to the baking sheet and bake for 40 minutes.

4. While the beets are baking, toast the walnuts. Place the walnuts in a small skillet on the stove over medium heat. Heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring every 1-2 minutes.

5. When the beets are finished roasting, let them cool for 5 minutes then transfer them to a large bowl. Add the toasted walnuts, feta, and parsley and toss until evenly distributed.