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Beet Salad with Feta and Cucumbers

Vibrant Beet Salad with Feta and Cucumbers for Fresh Flavor!

This Beet Salad with Feta and Cucumbers is a colorful, gluten-free, vegetarian dish that bursts with flavor and is perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 medium beets Roasted or steamed until tender
  • 1 large cucumber Use English or Persian, seedless
  • 1 cup feta cheese Crumble fresh for optimal taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill Can be replaced with mint or parsley
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar or lemon juice Offers tanginess
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil Adds richness
  • to taste salt Enhances overall flavor
  • to taste pepper Use freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup Optional for sweetness

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Aluminum foil
  • large bowl
  • small bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap each beet in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet. Roast for about 60 minutes, or until tender. Cool, peel, and dice into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Wash and slice cucumbers into bite-sized pieces. No need to peel if using English or Persian cucumbers. Place in a large bowl.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar or lemon juice with olive oil. Add salt, pepper, and honey or maple syrup if desired. Mix well.
  4. In the bowl with cucumbers, add diced beets, crumbled feta, and chopped dill. Drizzle dressing over the top and toss gently.
  5. Garnish with extra dill sprigs if desired. Serve immediately or refrigerate to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Keep dressing separate until serving.

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