Description
Discover a refreshing and nutritious Beet Salad with Feta, Cucumbers, and Dill that’s perfect for any occasion. This vibrant dish features sweet roasted beets, creamy feta cheese, crisp cucumbers, and fragrant dill, all tossed together in a zesty dressing. Ideal as a side dish or a light lunch, this salad is not only visually stunning but can also be prepared in under 30 minutes. Enjoy the delightful balance of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds singing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium beets (about 300g)
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap each beet in aluminum foil and place on a baking sheet. Roast for about one hour until fork-tender. Let cool before peeling and cubing.
- Chop the cucumbers into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, crumble the feta cheese.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine beets, cucumbers, feta cheese, and dill. Drizzle dressing over the mixture and gently toss until evenly coated.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg