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Beet Salad with Feta, Cucumbers, and Dill

A vibrant and refreshing salad featuring earthy roasted beets, crunchy cucumbers, creamy feta cheese, and fresh dill, perfect for busy days.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 servings
Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients
  

Vegetables

  • 2 medium-sized beets, roasted and diced Roast until tender
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced English cucumbers are best

Dressing

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Other Ingredients

  • ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled Can substitute for vegan alternative
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap beets in aluminum foil with olive oil, salt, and pepper; roast for about 45 minutes to 1 hour or until tender.
  • Once cooled, peel the beets (gloves recommended) and dice them into bite-sized pieces.
  • In a large bowl, combine the diced beets, cucumber, crumbled feta, and chopped dill.

Dressing and Assembly

  • In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until everything is coated.

Serving

  • Let the salad marinate in the fridge for about 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

This salad can be made a day in advance, just store in an airtight container. Try adding walnuts or toasted pecans for extra crunch.
Keyword Beet Salad, Cucumbers, Dill, Feta, Quick Recipe