California Walnut and Beet Flatbread

Author: California Walnuts

This delicious flatbread combines creamy fresh mozzarella and crunchy California walnuts, with earthy beets and peppery arugula. Topped with a drizzle of fresh citrus dressing, this is a perfect flavor combination.

California Walnut and Beet Flatbread
Yields4 Servings
Prep Time20 minsCook Time1 hr 10 minsTotal Time1 hr 30 mins

Ingredients:

Dressing
 ¼ cup Fresh basil leaves, torn
 2 ½ tbsp Olive oil
 1 ½ tbsp White wine vinegar
 2 tsp Shallots, chopped
 ½ tsp Dijon mustard
Flatbread
 2 Medium beets, stem ends trimmed
 2 Pieces naan bread
 6 oz Fresh mozzarella cheese, torn into ½-inch pieces
 ½ cup California walnuts, roughly chopped and divided
 ½ cup Arugula
 ¼ cup Soft goat cheese, crumbled
 Freshly grated lemon zest

Preparation:

1

Place all dressing ingredients in a small blender and process until smooth. (May be prepared several days in advance and stored in a covered container in the refrigerator.)

2

Preheat oven to 450°F. Wrap each beet in foil, folding over the top and sides but leaving room for air to circulate. Place on a small baking sheet and cook for 1 hour or until beets are tender. When cool enough to handle, remove peels and thinly slice. Time-saving tip: Use store bought pre cooked beets from the produce section to cut down on the cook and prep time.

3

To prepare flatbread, line 2 medium baking sheets with parchment paper. Place naan bread on baking sheets and top with equal amounts of mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle with about half of the walnuts and bake for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.

4

Layer beets over the top and drizzle with about half of the dressing. Top with equal amounts of arugula, goat cheese and remaining walnuts. Finish with lemon zest.

5

Cut into wedges or squares and serve with remaining dressing.

Nutrition Facts

4 servings

Serving size

½ of 1 naan bread


Amount per serving
Calories577
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 36g47%
Saturated Fat 11g56%
Cholesterol 45mg15%
Sodium 1011mg44%
Total Carbohydrate 44g16%
Dietary Fiber 5g18%
Total Sugars 11g
Protein 21g

Calcium 318mg25%
Iron 2mg12%
Potassium 434mg10%
Vitamin D 0mcg0%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.