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Easy Beet Salad Recipe with Feta and Cucumbers

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Easy Beet Salad with Feta and Cucumbers is a refreshing, colorful dish featuring sweet roasted beets, crisp cucumbers, creamy feta, and a tangy vinaigrette. It’s quick to prepare and perfect as a light side or meal.

Ingredients

  • 3–4 cooked beets (roasted or steamed, peeled and cubed)
  • 1 large cucumber (thinly sliced or diced)
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice or red wine vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Optional: 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, dill, or mint

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cooked beets by peeling and cutting them into bite-sized cubes.
  2. Slice the cucumber and red onion (if using), then combine with the beets in a large bowl.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice or vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
  5. Top with crumbled feta and fresh herbs just before serving.

Notes

  • Add arugula or spinach to make it a leafy salad.
  • Swap lemon juice for balsamic vinegar for deeper flavor.
  • Top with toasted walnuts or pine nuts for crunch.
  • Stir in chickpeas or quinoa to make it heartier.
  • Best served cold or at room temperature.

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