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Fresh Beet and Cucumber Salad


  • Author: islamerrick
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This salad is a simple blend of earthy, sweet, and creamy flavors with a pop of herbaceous dill. Inspired by farmers’ market finds and sunny day lunches, it’s perfect as a light side or a cool centerpiece. Quick to toss together, but full of flavor and color.


Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients:

2 cups pickled beets, sliced or chopped

1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced

4 oz feta cheese, crumbled

¼ cup fresh dill, chopped

Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette:

2 tbsp lemon juice

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp honey

1 tsp Dijon mustard

Salt and pepper, to taste


Instructions

Prepare Salad: In a large bowl, combine beets, cucumber, feta, and fresh dill.

Make Dressing: In a small jar or bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until emulsified.

Toss & Serve: Drizzle vinaigrette over the salad. Gently toss to coat. Serve immediately or chill for 15 minutes to meld flavors.

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Category: Dinner

Nutrition

  • Calories: ~160
  • Fat: 10g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Protein: 4g