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Ingredientes
- 8 medium-sized beets, tops removed and scrubbed
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- kosher salt & freshly ground pepper
- 8 cups mixed greens
- 1/3 cup walnuts, toasted
- 4 oz crumbled goat cheese
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