Description
Beet Salad with Feta is a vibrant, flavorful dish that transforms your typical salad experience. Featuring roasted ruby-red beets, creamy feta cheese, crunchy walnuts, and fresh herbs, this salad brings a delightful mix of earthy sweetness and tangy richness. Perfect for any occasion, it’s easy to prepare and visually stunning, making it the ideal centerpiece for your table. Enjoy it as a refreshing side or a light main course.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium-sized fresh beets
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup toasted walnuts
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint or parsley
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap each beet in aluminum foil and roast for 45-60 minutes until tender.
- 2. Allow the beets to cool slightly, then peel off the skins with your hands.
- 3. Dice the cooled beets into bite-sized pieces and place them in a bowl with crumbled feta and chopped walnuts.
- 4. Add chopped herbs, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar; toss gently to combine.
- 5. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider substituting feta with goat cheese or adding extra nuts like pecans. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; this salad tastes great cold.