Beet Salad with Feta and Cucumber: A Fresh Summer Favorite Recipe
A vibrant and refreshing Beet Salad with Feta and Cucumber, perfect for summer. This salad combines the sweetness of roasted beets with crisp Persian cucumbers, creamy feta cheese, and a tangy honey-mustard dressing, garnished with fresh herbs for a light and flavorful dish.
- 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
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Salad Ingredients
- 3 medium beets, roasted and diced
- 2 Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Dressing Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp red apple vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- Fresh dill or mint for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Beets: Roast or boil the beets until they are tender when pierced with a fork. Allow them to cool slightly, then peel off the skins and dice into bite-sized pieces.
- Prepare the Cucumbers: Thinly slice the Persian cucumbers, sprinkle them with salt, and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Afterward, pat them dry using a paper towel.
- Make the Dressing: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red apple vinegar or lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, and a pinch of salt and pepper until the dressing is emulsified and well combined.
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, gently toss together the roasted beets, prepared cucumbers, and crumbled feta cheese to mix the flavors evenly.
- Dress the Salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently ensuring all ingredients are coated evenly with the dressing.
- Garnish and Serve: Finish by garnishing the salad with fresh dill or mint leaves and serve immediately or chill briefly before serving.
Notes
- Roasting beets enhances their natural sweetness, but boiling is a quicker alternative if preferred.
- Using Persian cucumbers adds a delicate texture and mild flavor; regular cucumbers can be used as a substitute.
- Adjust honey quantity in the dressing for desired sweetness.
- The salad can be made a few hours ahead and refrigerated to let flavors meld.
Keywords: beet salad, feta cheese, cucumber salad, summer salad, roasted beets, Mediterranean salad, healthy salad, vegetarian salad
