Beet Salad with Feta and Cucumbers
This Beet Salad with Feta and Cucumbers is fresh, vibrant, and beautifully balanced, combining earthy roasted beets with crisp cucumbers and tangy feta cheese. Lightly dressed to let the flavors shine, it delivers a refreshing crunch alongside creamy, savory notes in every bite. Simple yet elegant, it’s a perfect side dish or light meal for any season.
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 4 medium beets cooked, peeled, and diced
- Notes: Use red beets for classic color or golden beets for a milder taste.
- 2 large cucumbers diced or sliced
- Notes: English or Persian cucumbers work best for fewer seeds.
- ¾ cup feta cheese crumbled
- Substitution: Goat cheese or dairy-free feta alternative.
- ¼ small red onion finely sliced (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or dill chopped
For the Dressing
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1½ tablespoons fresh lemon juice or red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup optional, for balance
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Cook the Beets
- If not already cooked, scrub beets and boil them in salted water for 35–45 minutes until fork-tender, or roast wrapped in foil at 400°F (200°C) for about 50–60 minutes. Let cool, peel, and dice into bite-sized pieces.
2. Prep the Vegetables
- Dice or slice cucumbers and thinly slice red onion if using. Chop fresh herbs and set aside.
3. Make the Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice or vinegar, honey (if using), salt, and pepper until emulsified.
4. Assemble the Salad
- In a large bowl, combine beets, cucumbers, onion, and herbs. Drizzle with dressing and gently toss to coat.
5. Add Feta
- Sprinkle crumbled feta over the top and lightly toss or leave it layered for presentation.
6. Chill and Serve
- For best flavor, refrigerate for 15–30 minutes before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
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Notes
📝 Notes
- Roasted or boiled beets both work well.
- Let beets cool completely before slicing.
- English cucumbers keep the salad crisp.
- Feta can be swapped with goat cheese.
- Lemon juice or red wine vinegar brightens flavors.
- Add fresh dill or parsley for extra freshness.
- Toss gently to avoid staining feta too much.
- Store chilled in an airtight container.
🍽️ Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Calories: 180 kcal,Carbohydrates: 16 g,
Fiber: 4 g,
Sugars: 10 g,
Protein: 6 g,
Fat: 10 g,
Saturated Fat: 4 g,
Cholesterol: 20 mg,
Sodium: 320 mg,
Potassium: 420 mg,
Calcium: 140 mg,
Iron: 1.5 mg