Description
Beet Salad with Feta, Cucumbers & Dill is a vibrant dish that brings together earthy beets, creamy feta, and crisp cucumbers, all enhanced by the fresh brightness of dill. This colorful salad is perfect for any occasion, from summer barbecues to cozy family dinners. Easy to make and visually stunning, it’s sure to impress your guests and keep them coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium beets (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 large cucumber (sliced into half-moons)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap each beet in foil and roast for 45-60 minutes until tender.
- Let roasted beets cool slightly, then peel under running water. Dice into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine diced beets with sliced cucumbers.
- In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Gently fold in crumbled feta and chopped dill into the salad mixture.
- Toss gently and serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg