Description

Elevate your meal with this vibrant Beet Salad featuring roasted beets, creamy feta, crisp cucumbers, and fresh dill. This easy-to-make dish is bursting with flavor and color, making it a perfect addition to picnics or gatherings. Enjoy the delightful contrast of textures and the refreshing taste that celebrates the essence of summer.

Ingredients

Scale

3 medium-sized fresh beets (about 1 pound)
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 cup crisp cucumbers, thinly sliced
¼ cup fresh dill, chopped
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap the beets in aluminum foil and roast on a baking sheet for 45-60 minutes until tender.
Allow the beets to cool slightly before peeling them. Use paper towels to rub off the skins easily.
Dice the peeled beets into bite-sized cubes.
In a large bowl, combine diced beets with sliced cucumbers and chopped dill.
Crumble feta cheese over the salad mixture, then drizzle olive oil and lemon juice on top.
Season with salt and pepper to taste and gently toss all ingredients together without mashing.

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: 350mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: For added crunch, consider mixing in walnuts or swapping feta for goat cheese. Serve chilled for maximum freshness; leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.