Dive into a culinary journey that celebrates the vibrant hues and flavors of beet and feta salad, harmoniously blended with a tangy balsamic dressing. Discover the perfect balance of sweet and earthy flavors as you explore a variety of delectable recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From simple and quick weeknight meals to elegant dinner party presentations, find the perfect recipe to tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests. Let's embark on this culinary adventure, exploring the vibrant world of beet and feta salad dressed in balsamic vinegar.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
BALSAMIC ROASTED BEET SALAD
Provided by Ina Garten
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Wrap the beets individually in aluminum foil and place them on a sheet pan. Roast them for 50 minutes to 1 hour, depending on their size, until a small sharp knife inserted in the middle indicates that they are tender. Unwrap each beet and set aside for 10 minutes, until cool enough to handle. Peel the beets with a small, sharp knife over a piece of parchment paper to prevent staining your cutting board.
- Meanwhile, whisk together the vinegar, olive oil, mustard, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper and set aside. While the beets are still warm, cut each one in half and then each half into 4 to 6 wedges and place them in a large mixing bowl. As you're cutting the beets, toss them with half of the vinaigrette (warm beets absorb more vinaigrette), 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Taste for seasonings.
- Place the arugula in a separate bowl and toss it with enough vinaigrette to moisten. Put the arugula on a serving platter and then arrange the beets, almonds, and goat cheese on top. Drizzle with additional vinaigrette, if desired, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and serve warm or at room temperature.
ROASTED BEETS WITH FETA
This colorful and elegant side dish is so easy to make. I love making this with beets and shallots straight from our local farmers' market. Green onions or chives may be substituted for the shallot if you prefer.
Provided by Shandeen Gemanis
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Wrap each beet individually in aluminum foil, and place onto a baking sheet.
- Bake beets in preheated oven until easily pierced with a fork, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Once done, remove from oven, and allow to cool until you can handle them. Peel beets, and cut into 1/4 inch slices.
- While the beets are roasting, whisk together shallot, parsley, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and red wine vinegar in a bowl until blended; season to taste with salt and pepper, and set aside.
- To assemble the dish, place the warm, sliced beets onto a serving dish, pour vinaigrette over the beets, and sprinkle with feta cheese before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 148.9 calories, Carbohydrate 11.1 g, Cholesterol 14 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 243 mg, Sugar 7.1 g
BEET AND FETA SALAD
This is a very refreshing tasting salad and so easy to prepare! You can use any kind of light tasting salad dressing, I really enjoy it with vidalia onion salad dressing by virginia brand. The 1 hour cooking time is for the chilling time required for the beet mixture. You can skip the chilling time if you refrigerate the can of beets during the day. Recipe from the convenience cook cookbook
Provided by Poutine
Categories Greens
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a salad bowl, combine beets, celery and dressing. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Add torn lettuce and toss well. Sprinkle feta over top and serve immediately.
BEET SALAD TOPPED WITH FETA, GLAZED PECANS AND BALSAMIC GLAZE
Looking for something different and delicious to serve guests? Try this simple beet salad recipe. Fresh beets are peeled and sliced; coated with olive oil and seasoned with salt. They are baked on foil until tender. Once cooled to room temperature, simply place on a plate, top with crumbled feta cheese and sugar glazed pecans (or walnuts); drizzle with balsamic glaze. The salad can be finished with fresh tarragon. For additional substance, beets can be placed on top of light salad mix or a bed of butter (Boston, bib) lettuce leaves (not shown). Note, use imported feta cheese packaged in small blocks with brine. You will notice a significant difference in texture, creaminess, taste, and moisture verses dry domestic feta cheese already crumbled. Larger Greek neighborhoods have grocery stores that offer a variety of imported feta in barrels with brine. It is like tasting feta for the very first time.
Provided by Peter Steriti
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Peel and slice beets to 3/8" thick rounds. Place them on a cookie sheet lined with aluminum foil. Brush both side with olive oil and sprinkle with kosher salt. Place them in a preheated 400º oven. They will soften in about 25 minutes. Remove from oven and cool.
- When at room temperature, place them on a salad plate alone or on a bed of your favorite light lettuce or salad mix. Overlap beets in straight line or in a circle. Top with freshly crumbled feta cheese and sugar glazed pecans. Drizzle with balsamic glaze. Optionally sprinkle with tarragon and serve.
- Note: don't discard those beet greens. Simply rinse, trim rough stems and boil in a large uncovered pot of salted water for about 2 minutes, just until tender. Sauté them in olive oil with garlic, salt and red pepper flakes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.1, Fat 32.2, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 33.4, Sodium 650.9, Carbohydrate 10.3, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 6.6, Protein 8.7
WARM BOK CHOY, BEET AND FETA SALAD
Straying from bok choy's usual Asian flair, this lovely bright pink salad has a rich feta flavor with a fresh clean finish. The bok choy provides a nice crunch while the beets keep the tones earthy, with the feta and garlic to sharpen the flavor.
Provided by snarkitty
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes
Time 1h5m
Yield 3
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Place the beets, 1/4 of the chopped garlic, and the olive oil on a piece of heavy aluminum foil; fold the foil around the beets into a sealed packet.
- Roast beets in the preheated oven until easily pierced with a fork, 40 minutes to 1 hour. Let beets cool just until they can be handled, then rub with a paper towel to remove skins. Chop into 1/2-inch cubes; set aside.
- Heat the peanut oil and butter in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir bok choy and the remaining garlic together until bok choy is slightly softened but still crunchy, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in the beets and the feta. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.7 calories, Carbohydrate 12.5 g, Cholesterol 20.2 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 333.7 mg, Sugar 7.8 g
Tips:
- Choose Fresh Beets: Use firm, deep-colored beets for the best flavor and texture.
- Roast the Beets: Roasting intensifies the sweetness of the beets and gives them a slightly smoky flavor.
- Make the Dressing in Advance: The dressing can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for later use.
- Use High-quality Feta Cheese: Look for feta cheese that is made from sheep's milk or a blend of sheep's and goat's milk for the best flavor.
- Add Some Crunch: To add some extra texture and crunch to the salad, try adding some chopped walnuts or almonds.
- Serve Immediately: This salad is best served fresh, so make it just before you're ready to eat.
Conclusion:
This beet and feta salad with balsamic dressing is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. The roasted beets are sweet and smoky, the feta cheese is tangy and creamy, and the balsamic dressing ties it all together perfectly. This salad is sure to be a hit with your family and friends, and it's also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.
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