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Toast the walnuts in a preheated 400F (204C) oven for 8-9 minutes. Keep an eye on them starting at 7 minutes because they can go from toasty to burnt fast. Set aside to cool. Rough chop once cool.
To assemble the salad, arrange the greens first, then layering beets, apples, cheese then the cooled nuts. Drizzle the dressing over the salad, to taste, add a few fresh pepper grinds, then serve right away.
The beets and nuts can be prepared up to three days in advance. Store the beets in a lidded container in the refrigerator and the toasted nuts at room temperature.
Into a jar with a tight fitting lid add the extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, a pinch of salt and dijon mustard if using. Shake vigorously to create an emulsion.
Dressing may be made up to three days in advance. Store at room temperature for three days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.