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Beet Salad with Feta, Cucumbers & Dill

Delicious Beet Salad with Feta, Cucumbers & Dill Bliss

This vibrant Beet Salad with Feta, Cucumbers & Dill is a refreshing and healthy side dish, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 medium Beets Substitution: Pre-cooked or canned beets can be used to save time.
  • 2 medium Cucumbers Substitution: Can use other salad vegetables like zucchini.
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Substitution: Goat cheese or ricotta for different flavors.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Dill Substitution: Chives or parsley for a different herbaceous flavor.
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • cutting board
  • whisk
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula or wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash and scrub the beets under cold water. Place them in a large pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Cook for 45-60 minutes until fork-tender.
  2. Drain the beets and let them cool for about 10-15 minutes. Peel off the skins.
  3. Dice the beets into uniform bite-sized cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
  4. Add diced cucumbers, crumbled feta, and chopped dill to the bowl with beets.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
  6. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to combine.
  7. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary before serving.
  8. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with additional dill.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill salad for 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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