Ensalada De Betabel : Beet Salad

• For the greens
• 1 1 lb spinach leaves or 1 lb swiss chard, rinsed well
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice or 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 pinch salt, to taste
• For the salad
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon anise seed
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 3 cups whole beets, cooked,peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes
• 2 oranges, peeled and cut into wedges
• 1 tablespoon sliced green onion (white part only)
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley leaves

1. For the greens: If the greens are really big leaves, roughly cut or tear them.
2. Steam the greens for ten minutes over 2 cups water.
3. Drain for 20 minutes, then place the greens in a medium mixing bowl.
4. In a small mixing bowl, mix the garlic, lime juice, oil, salt and pepper.
5. Pour over the greens and toss well.
6. For the salad: In a small mixing bowl, mix the vinegar, oil, garlic, aniseed, pepper and limejuice.
7. Add the beets and allow to marinate.
8. At serving time, lay the greens on a platter.
9. Spoon the beet cubes on top and top with orange wedges, green onion and parsley.

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Taken from www.food.com/recipe/ensalada-de-betabel-beet-salad-66312 (may not work)