Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Beet Salad with Feta, Cucumbers, and Dill. This refreshing dish is perfect for any occasion, whether as a standalone lunch or a delightful side for dinner. In just 10 minutes, you can combine sweet roasted or canned beets with crunchy cucumbers, creamy feta cheese, and aromatic dill to create a colorful medley that pleases the palate and eye alike. The simple dressing of lemon juice and extra-virgin olive oil enhances the salad without overpowering its natural flavors. Enjoy this nutritious salad at picnics, potlucks, or simply as a healthy addition to your meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups roasted or canned beets, cut into roughly 1/2" pieces (about 2 large beets)
- 1 medium cucumber, seeded, halved, and thinly sliced
- 4 oz. feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt until dissolved. Gradually add 3 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil while whisking continuously until combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, place 2 cups of diced beets and add half of the dressing. Mix well and let sit.
- Just before serving, add 1 sliced cucumber, 4 oz of crumbled feta cheese, and 1/4 cup of chopped dill to the beet mixture. Pour in the remaining dressing and gently toss until well coated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg