This beet-grapefruit salad is an antioxidant-rich seasonal side thats both visually stunning and nutritious.

The earthy sweetness of roasted beets pairs beautifully with the bright, tangy burst of grapefruit.

Red, golden or Chioggia beets all work well here.

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Earthy antioxidant-rich beets are paired with bright, citrusy grapefruit and orange slices, providing a heavy-hitting nutritional punch.

Keep reading for our expert tips, including why you should wrap the beets in foil to roast them.

Bake until fork-tender, about 1 hour.

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Transfer to a cutting board; peel or rub off the skins.

Slice the beets into 14-inch-thick rounds.

Drizzle with the dressing.

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This salad would be excellent with sweet-tart Cara Cara oranges or sweet blood oranges.

Some of our favorite recipes to go with this salad include ourCrispy Roast Chickenand our popularHerb-Roasted Turkey.

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an image of the salad being assembled

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless