Fresh summer herb beet salad
Enjoy a refreshing and flavorful Fresh Summer Herb Beet Salad. This vibrant dish features a delicious blend of mustard, oregano, tarragon, basil, coriander, and fresh parsley combined with tender beets, crisp arugula, celery, tangy pickles, and creamy feta cheese. Perfect for a light summer meal!
- 29 Mar 2025
- Cook time 30 min
- Prep time 10 min
- 2 Servings
- 14 Ingredients
This Fresh Summer Herb Beet Salad combines the earthy flavors of beets with the refreshing taste of arugula and the tangy crunch of pickles, all brought together with a medley of summer herbs and feta cheese. It's a delightful, nutritious dish perfect for a light lunch or a side at your next gathering.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- If you haven't cooked the beets yet, start by boiling or roasting them until tender. This can take around 30-45 minutes depending on the size of the beets.
- Once cooked, let the beets cool down before peeling off the skin. Dice the beets into bite-sized pieces and set them aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mustard, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, tarragon, chopped basil leaves, chopped coriander leaves, and chopped fresh parsley.
- Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously until the dressing is well combined and emulsified.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the arugula, chopped celery, chopped pickles, and diced beets.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together to ensure the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top of the salad.
- Serve the salad immediately. Enjoy this refreshing and herb-infused summer treat as a side dish or a light main course.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh ingredients, particularly the herbs and arugula.
- Cook the beets in advance and let them cool completely before adding to the salad to avoid wilting the greens.
- Toss the salad just before serving to keep the arugula crisp.
- Experiment with different types of mustard (Dijon, whole grain, etc.) to see what flavor you prefer.
- If you don't have tarragon, other fresh herbs like dill or mint can be a good substitute.
This Fresh Summer Herb Beet Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that showcases the best of summer produce. With minimal prep time and a beautiful presentation, it's sure to become a favorite for any occasion. Enjoy the bright flavors and fresh textures as a perfect complement to your main course or as a stand-alone healthy meal.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 380 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 210kcal | 10% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 10g | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 22g | 7% |
| Fiber 7g | 19% |
| Sugar 14g | 14% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 30g | 35% |
| Saturated 8g | 27% |
| Cholesterol 33mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 140ug | 15% |
| Choline 30mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 0.18mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 0.49mg | 38% |
| Vitamin B3 1.41mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 0.38mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B9 270ug | 67% |
| Vitamin B12 0.63ug | 26% |
| Vitamin C 20mg | 23% |
| Vitamin E 0.77mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K 120ug | 99% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 360mg | 28% |
| Copper, Cu 0.23mg | 25% |
| Iron, Fe 3.09mg | 28% |
| Magnesium, Mg 88mg | 20% |
| Phosphorus, P 250mg | 20% |
| Potassium, K 990mg | 29% |
| Selenium, Se 9ug | 16% |
| Sodium, Na 1130mg | 75% |
| Zinc, Zn 2.10mg | 19% |
| Water | |
| Water 310g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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