Description
Indulge in a fresh and vibrant Beet Salad with Feta, Cucumbers, and Dill—a delightful dish that combines earthy roasted beets, crisp cucumbers, creamy feta cheese, and aromatic dill. This colorful salad not only pleases the eyes but also tantalizes the palate, making it an ideal choice for summer picnics or elegant dinner parties. With its refreshing flavors and easy preparation, this salad is sure to impress your guests and become a staple in your recipe collection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium fresh beets (about 250g)
- 1 English cucumber (about 200g), sliced
- 100g crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp aged balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap each beet in aluminum foil and place on a baking sheet. Roast for approximately 45 minutes until tender. Allow cooling before peeling.
- While the beets are roasting, slice the cucumber into thin rounds.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers and diced beets gently.
- Crumble feta cheese over the mixture and sprinkle with fresh dill.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Drizzle over the salad just before serving.
- Toss gently until well coated and serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg