Description
Discover a Beet Salad with Feta Cucumbers crisp light flavors that refresh your plate and spark quick healthy meals youll love perfect for busy days
Ingredients
2 medium beets, roasted or boiled
3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1 large cucumber, sliced thin or diced
2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
1/4 small red onion, very thinly sliced (optional)
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted pumpkin seeds, or pepitas
2 cups arugula, baby spinach, or mixed greens (optional base)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap two medium beets in foil and place them on a baking sheet. Roast until tender (about 45–60 minutes). Let cool completely, peel, and dice into bite-sized cubes. If using pre-cooked beets, skip roasting and dice directly.
- Wash the cucumber and slice into thin rounds or small half-moons. Finely chop the dill until you have about two tablespoons. If using red onion, thinly slice and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey (if using), salt, and pepper. Dress to taste and emulsify lightly.
- In a large bowl, combine diced beets, cucumber, feta, dill, and optional red onion. If using a greens base, add it first. Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently to coat.
- Taste and adjust: add more lemon for brightness or a touch more honey if needed. Balance tang, salt, and sweetness to taste.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature. Pair with grilled chicken, salmon, or crusty bread. For meal prep, store the dressing separately and mix just before serving.
Notes
A vibrant Beet Salad with feta, cucumbers, and dill, tossed in a bright lemon-olive oil dressing. This nutrient-dense, weeknight-friendly salad balances earthy beets with tangy cheese, crisp cucumber, and fresh dill.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 220 calories per serving
- Sugar: 9 g
- Fat: 12 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 7 g
