Description
A fresh and vibrant beet salad combining earthy cooked beets with creamy crumbled feta cheese, crunchy pistachios, and fragrant herbs like parsley and mint, all tossed in a zesty lemon and olive oil dressing. This simple, nutritious salad is perfect as a light appetizer or side dish.
Ingredients
Salad
- 3 cups cooked beets, chopped
- 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons shelled pistachios, chopped
- 1/4 cup minced parsley
- 2 tablespoons minced mint
Dressing
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1/2 a lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the chopped cooked beets, crumbled feta cheese, chopped pistachios, minced parsley, and minced mint.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice until well combined.
- Toss Salad: Pour the lemon and olive oil dressing over the beet mixture and gently toss everything together to ensure an even coating.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste, tossing once more to incorporate the seasoning evenly.
Notes
- Using pre-cooked, ready-to-eat beets keeps the recipe quick and convenient, but you can roast or boil and peel your own beets if preferred.
