Beet and Pomegranate Salad with Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing - Canadian Food Focus

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 lbs medium red beets (scrubbed (about 6 - 8 beets))
• 1/2 tsp plus a pinch of salt
• 2 Tbsp canola oil
• 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 2 Tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 Tbsp plain Greek yogurt
• 1 Tbsp poppy seeds
• 2 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 1/2 cup pomegranate arils
• 2 Tbsp fresh dill sprigs (for garnish)