Description
There’s something about simple, honest ingredients coming together in a bowl that makes my heart sing—and this Beet Salad with Feta, Cucumbers, and Dill is exactly that kind of magic. I’ve made this more times than I can count, and each time, I’m reminded that you don’t need complexity to have beauty on a plate.
Ingredients
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4 medium beets, cooked and sliced (roasted or steamed)
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1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
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½ cup crumbled feta cheese
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2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
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1 tablespoon red wine vinegar or lemon juice
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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Salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste
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Optional: 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (for a touch of sweetness)
Instructions
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Prep the Beets: If you’re roasting, wrap each beet in foil and roast at 400°F for 45–60 minutes until fork-tender. Cool, peel, and slice. If steaming, simmer peeled beets for about 30 minutes.
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Slice the Cucumber: Use a mandoline or sharp knife for thin, even slices.
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Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar or lemon juice, and optional honey/maple syrup. Season with salt and pepper.
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Assemble: In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced beets, cucumber, and chopped dill. Drizzle with dressing and gently toss.
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Finish with Feta: Top with crumbled feta and give one last gentle toss or leave as a garnish.
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Serve or Chill: Serve immediately or refrigerate for 1–2 hours to let flavors develop.
Notes
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For faster prep, use store-bought pre-cooked beets—just make sure they’re unsweetened.
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This salad is highly customizable—try different herbs, cheeses, or add-ins based on your preferences.
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Letting the salad sit for 15–30 minutes before serving allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
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Use gloves if peeling beets by hand to avoid stained fingers.
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Add feta right before serving if you want to preserve its clean white color.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: Roasting, Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg