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Beet Salad with Feta and Cucumbers

Fresh and Zesty Beet Salad with Feta and Cucumbers Delight

A refreshing Beet Salad with Feta and Cucumbers, perfect for any occasion. It's gluten-free, vegetarian, and quick to prepare.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 medium Beets Roast or steam until tender
  • 2 medium Cucumbers English or Persian for added crunch
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Crumbled fresh
  • 1 handful Fresh Dill Herbaceous flavor-booster
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar or Lemon Juice Adds tangy brightness
  • 4 tablespoons Olive Oil Provides richness
  • to taste Salt Essential for enhancing flavor
  • to taste Pepper Opt for freshly cracked
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup Optional sweetness

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking tray
  • Aluminum foil
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap the whole beets in aluminum foil and place them on a baking tray. Roast for about 60 minutes, or until fork-tender.
  2. Once roasted, let the beets cool slightly. Peel off the skins and cut into bite-sized cubes, placing them in a large serving bowl.
  3. Wash the cucumbers and slice them into half-moons or quarters. Add the sliced cucumbers to the bowl with the cubed beets.
  4. In a small mixing bowl, combine red wine vinegar or lemon juice with olive oil. Season with salt, pepper, and honey or maple syrup if desired. Whisk until emulsified.
  5. Gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese and fresh dill. Pour the dressing over the salad and mix carefully.
  6. Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary. Add more salt, pepper, or olive oil if desired.
  7. Serve immediately or let chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store the salad in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Keep dressing separate until serving to maintain crispness.

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