Beet Salad with Feta, Cucumber, and Dill Recipe
This Beet Salad with Feta, Cucumbers, and Dill is a refreshing and colorful dish perfect for a light lunch or side. Roasted beets add natural sweetness and earthiness, complemented by crisp cucumbers, tangy feta cheese, and aromatic fresh dill. Finished with a simple balsamic and olive oil dressing, this salad is vibrant, healthy, and easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 medium Fresh Beets (about 250g)
- 1 English Cucumber (about 200g), sliced
Dairy
- 100g Crumbled Feta Cheese
Herbs
- 2 tbsp Fresh Dill, chopped
Dressing
- 3 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 tbsp Aged Balsamic Vinegar
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Roast the beets: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap each beet tightly in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet. Roast the beets for approximately 45 minutes, or until they become tender when pierced with a fork. Once done, allow them to cool completely before peeling off their skins.
- Prepare the cucumbers: While the beets are roasting, slice the English cucumber into thin, round slices to add a crisp texture and fresh flavor to the salad.
- Combine vegetables: In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the sliced cucumbers with the peeled and diced roasted beets, taking care not to mash them.
- Add feta and dill: Crumble the feta cheese evenly over the beet and cucumber mixture, then sprinkle the fresh chopped dill on top for an herby finish.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, aged balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper until well emulsified.
- Toss and serve: Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly. Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature for the best flavor.
Notes
- Beets can be roasted a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator to save time.
- Adjust the seasoning of salt and pepper based on your personal taste preferences.
- For added texture and flavor, consider adding chopped nuts like walnuts or seeds such as pumpkin seeds.
Keywords: Beet Salad, Feta Cheese Salad, Cucumber Salad, Roasted Beet Recipe, Healthy Salad, Mediterranean Salad
