Beet Salad with Feta and Cucumber: A Fresh Summer Favorite
Beet Salad with Feta and Cucumber: A Fresh Summer Favorite is a vibrant celebration of fresh ingredients that makes for an ideal dish during warm weather. This salad features earthy roasted beets, crisp cucumbers, and creamy feta cheese, all brought together with a tangy dressing. Perfect as a side for barbecues or as a light lunch, it’s sure to impress with its colorful presentation and delightful flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium beets, roasted and diced
- 2 Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp red apple vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh dill or mint for garnish
Instructions
- Roast the beets by wrapping them in foil and baking at 400°F (200°C) for about an hour until tender. Allow to cool, then peel and dice.
- Lightly salt the sliced cucumbers and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture; pat dry afterward.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar (or lemon juice), Dijon mustard, and honey until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine roasted beets, cucumbers, and crumbled feta cheese.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Garnish with fresh dill or mint before serving chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg