A vibrant, crunchy, and healthy side salad featuring thinly sliced cucumbers and tender beets with a zesty herb dressing. Perfect for picnics, meal prep, or a colorful weeknight meal.
Author:ellievance
Prep Time:20 min
Cook Time:60 min
Total Time:80 min
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Side Dish
Method:Roasting
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb fresh beets, scrubbed
1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Roast the beets: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap each beet individually in foil and place them on a baking sheet. Roast for 45-60 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork. Let them cool slightly, then peel and cut into bite-sized pieces.
Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine the roasted beets, sliced cucumber, chopped dill, and crumbled feta cheese.
Dress the salad: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately or chill for later. This salad is great for meal planning.
Notes
For a make-ahead salad, keep the dressing separate until just before serving.
You can substitute parsley or mint for dill if preferred.
This salad pairs well with grilled chicken or fish.