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Beet Salad with Feta and Cucumbers

Beet Salad with Feta and Cucumbers for a Fresh Summer Twist

This Beet Salad with Feta and Cucumbers is a colorful, gluten-free dish perfect for summer, featuring roasted beets, fresh cucumbers, and creamy feta.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 medium Beets Roasted or steamed until tender
  • 1 large Cucumber English or Persian, unpeeled
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Crumbled; use tofu for vegan option
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Dill Can substitute with mint or parsley
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar or Lemon Juice Choose according to taste
  • 4 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for dressing
  • Salt and Pepper To taste
  • 1 teaspoon Honey or Maple Syrup Optional for sweetness

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Foil

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap the beets individually in foil and place them on a baking sheet. Roast for about 60 minutes until tender. Once done, allow to cool, peel off the skins, and dice into bite-sized pieces.
  2. While the beets are roasting, wash the cucumber thoroughly. Slice into bite-sized pieces, keeping the skin on for presentation. Place in a large mixing bowl.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar or lemon juice with 4 tablespoons of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and add 1 teaspoon of honey or maple syrup if desired. Mix until well combined.
  4. In the bowl with the cucumbers, add the roasted beets, 1 cup of crumbled feta cheese, and 1/4 cup of fresh dill. Drizzle the dressing over the top and gently toss until evenly coated.
  5. Garnish with additional sprigs of dill. Serve immediately or let chill in the fridge for a couple of hours to enhance flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best results, serve chilled and keep dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crispness of cucumbers.

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