Vibrant Beet Feta Salad with Cucumber and Dill Recipe
A refreshing and vibrant beet salad combining the earthy sweetness of roasted or canned beets with crisp cucumber, tangy feta cheese, and aromatic fresh dill, all tossed in a bright lemon vinaigrette dressing. Perfect as a light lunch, side dish, or healthy snack, this easy-to-make salad celebrates the natural flavors of fresh ingredients with a simple yet elegant presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Dressing
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
For the Salad
- 2 cups roasted or canned beets, diced (from about 2 large beets)
- 1 medium cucumber, seeded, halved, and thinly sliced
- 4 oz feta, crumbled
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
Instructions
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the fresh lemon juice and kosher salt until the salt dissolves completely. Gradually drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil while whisking constantly to emulsify and create a smooth lemon vinaigrette. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
- Marinate the beets: Place the diced roasted or canned beets in a large bowl. Pour in half of the prepared lemon vinaigrette and mix well to coat the beets evenly. Allow the beets to marinate for several minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Assemble the salad: Just before serving, add the thinly sliced cucumber, crumbled feta cheese, chopped fresh dill, and the remaining lemon vinaigrette to the bowl with the marinated beets.
- Toss gently: Toss the salad gently to combine all ingredients while keeping the feta somewhat chunky and preventing it from coloring pink from the beets.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving dish or individual plates and enjoy immediately as a fresh, colorful side or light meal.
Notes
- Roasting your own beets enhances flavor but canned beets are a convenient and tasty alternative.
- Adjust lemon juice and salt in the dressing to your taste preference for extra brightness or seasoning.
- This salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 1 day; stir gently before serving.
- To keep feta from softening too much, toss it in at the last moment.
- Optional additions include toasted walnuts or a sprinkle of black pepper for extra texture and flavor.
Keywords: beet salad, feta salad, cucumber salad, dill salad, Mediterranean salad, healthy salad, vegan salad alternative, quick salad recipe
