Ingredients

Dressing

• 1/2 cup Aunt Sue’s® honey
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 3 teaspoons fresh garlic, minced
• 1/3 teaspoon oregano
• 1/3 teaspoon thyme

Directions

• In a medium bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients, then set aside while you prepare salad.

Salad Ingredients

• 2 pounds medium-size beets
• 1 cup apple juice
• 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
• 6 ounces goat cheese, crumbled into small pieces
• 1/2 pound lettuce greens

Directions

• 1. Place beets in a medium-size pot and cover with cold water and apple juice. Bring the water to a boil and then reduce to a simmer. Cook the beets until they are tender, 35-40 minutes. Remove from heat and drain thoroughly in a colander. Peel and cut the beets into wedges.
• 2. Add the cooked drained beets to the dressing, toss to coat and refrigerate for 1 hour.
• 3. Add cucumber slices and goat cheese to the lettuce mix. Add the beet mixture. Lightly toss to coat and incorporate all ingredients.