Beet Salad With Walnuts

The addition of toasted nuts lends the perfect crunch to this colorful and flavorful holiday salad.

Ingredients

4 cans (15 ounces each) sliced beets, drained

1 cup fresh chives, minced

1 cup fresh parsley, minced

3 tablespoons Dijon mustard

3/4 cup GOLDEN BLOSSOM HONEY

4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

salt and pepper to taste

1/2 cup walnut pieces, toasted

Honey Tips

Honey Is Magic

In the days before biology and botany were understood, people thought it was a special kind of magic that turned flower nectar into honey.

Directions

Mix together beets, chives and parsley. Set aside.
In a small bowl, stir mustard, honey and vinegar until smooth. Pour over beet mixture and toss to coat thoroughly. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with walnuts. Marinate at room temperature for several hours before serving.
Serves: 6