the taste of this Beet Salad with Feta Cheese It's really amazing. Salads don’t have to be boring! It's an easy, delicious flavor combination made with simple ingredients, making it a great easy dinner for summer gatherings or family dinners at home.
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Especially during the warm season, the last thing I want is to be in front of a hot stove. In fact, when I make this salad, I often buy prepared, cooked beets from the produce section to save on the roasting step. I buy things when I see them on BOGO sale at my local grocery store. Anything that makes meal prep easier is a win!
This tuna nicoise salad is easy to make and everyone loves it. For those who love beets, be sure to try the beet salad with feta cheese. Or try one of this long list of healthy salad recipes to stay healthy all summer long.
What You'll Love About This Recipe
ingredient
![Lettuce, mandarin oranges, bottle of salad dressing, beets, feta cheese and pecans on white counter.](https://kellystilwell.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/beet-and-feta-salad-ingredients.jpg)
![Lettuce, mandarin oranges, bottle of salad dressing, beets, feta cheese and pecans on white counter.](https://kellystilwell.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/beet-and-feta-salad-ingredients.jpg)
- red beets – Star of the show! this time love beets It's a prepared beet brand, but I've also roasted red and golden beets in the past.
- Creamy Feta – It is a fresh cheese usually made from sheep’s milk.
- salad – Bags of salad are often sold. We love a mix of beets and butter lettuce.
- mandarin – Worth paying a little more for, mandarin oranges are generally sweeter than regular oranges.
- pecan – Once roasted, pecans add a nutty, buttery flavor and crunchiness.
- Homemade Vinaigrette – It’s super easy to make with only five ingredients you probably have on hand.
For the homemade vinaigrette dressing, you will need balsamic vinegar, fresh orange zest and juice, extra virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, garlic, kosher salt, and pepper.
![Bottle of salad dressing on black wooden table with basil and napkin.](https://kellystilwell.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/beet-salad-vinaigrette.jpg)
![Bottle of salad dressing on black wooden table with basil and napkin.](https://kellystilwell.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/beet-salad-vinaigrette.jpg)
Replace and Add
If you want to roast fresh beets yourself, place them on a rimmed baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven until tender, about 1 hour. When you're done, let it cool or soak it in cold water to make it easier to handle. Peel, cube, and add to salads.
This salad is also fantastic with goat cheese. Crunchy walnuts, pumpkin seeds, or pine nuts are all great additions in place of pecans.
Any salad greens, including romaine lettuce or salad blend, will work well in this simple beetroot salad. Spinach is another good choice. Red onion is appetizing, but don't use too much as it may overpower the taste. Fresh herbs add flavor and depth to salads. Basil, parsley, or dill are all great options.
I also added feta cheese, shredded carrots, and celery to this delicious salad. Almost any vegetable goes well with it, so feel free to experiment.
You can also add healthy bean sprouts for added texture and crunch. Check out more bean sprout recipes.
How to Make Beet Salad Recipe
Preheat oven to 350°F.
While the oven is heating, make the homemade balsamic vinaigrette. Whisk balsamic vinegar, olive oil, orange juice, zest, mustard, and garlic in a small bowl until well combined. separately.
Toast the pecans in the preheated oven for 7 to 10 minutes. separately.
Cut the beets into cubes.
Add lettuce to the bottom of a large bowl.
Add roasted beets, orange slices, and feta cheese.
![Beets, lettuce, orange sections, feta cheese.](https://kellystilwell.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Beet-salad-no-pecans.jpg)
![Beets, lettuce, orange sections, feta cheese.](https://kellystilwell.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Beet-salad-no-pecans.jpg)
Add vinaigrette to taste and mix until vegetables are lightly coated with dressing.
Add toasted pecans to the salad for a crunchy texture.
![Beets, lettuce, orange slices, feta and pecans in a white bowl on a white marble counter.](https://kellystilwell.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/beet-and-feta-salad-2.jpg)
![Beets, lettuce, orange slices, feta and pecans in a white bowl on a white marble counter.](https://kellystilwell.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/beet-and-feta-salad-2.jpg)
We like to serve this salad with warm, crusty baguettes or rosemary garlic bread.
For a more hearty meal, serve this salad with a bowl of soup for a quick and easy meal. This Roasted Vegetable Soup is one of the most popular recipes on this site. Black Eyed Pea soup goes well with salads as does Italian bean soup.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can use canned beets in a pinch, but they are not as good as freshly roasted beets, nor are they as good as the prepared ones from the produce section.
My first choice of protein to add to a beet salad is seared, seared or broiled salmon. My husband’s first choice would be rare steak. Grilled chicken or rotisserie chicken would also be good.
You can add balsamic or Italian dressing to this salad. I think a creamy dressing like blue cheese would also go well.
![Beets, lettuce, orange slices, feta and pecans in a white bowl on a white marble counter.](https://kellystilwell.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/beet-and-feta-salad-4.jpg)
![Beets, lettuce, orange slices, feta and pecans in a white bowl on a white marble counter.](https://kellystilwell.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/beet-and-feta-salad-4.jpg)
Top Tips
We've always enjoyed this roasted beet salad as a main course, but it also makes a great side salad.
Most salads will wilt if kept overnight, but if you have a lot of salad and don't think you can finish it, you can drizzle the dressing on each salad individually. This will keep the lettuce fresher for leftovers. Store leftover food in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Balsamic dressing lasts for up to a week and tastes great drizzled over vegetables like green beans or asparagus, making simple vegetables a great side dish.
Easier Recipes for Salads
Greek Orzo Salad
Quinoa Chickpea Salad
Broccoli Salad Recipe
![Toss with beets, lettuce, orange slices, feta cheese, pecans and balsamic dressing in a white bowl.](https://kellystilwell.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/beet-and-feta-salad-5-500x500.jpg)
![Toss with beets, lettuce, orange slices, feta cheese, pecans and balsamic dressing in a white bowl.](https://kellystilwell.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/beet-and-feta-salad-5-500x500.jpg)
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Preheat oven to 350°F.
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While waiting for the oven to heat, mix the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, orange juice, zest, mustard, and garlic in a glass bowl until well combined. separately.
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Toast the pecans in the preheated oven for 7 to 10 minutes.
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Cut the beets into cubes.
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Place vegetables in the bottom of a large bowl.
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Top with sliced roasted beets, orange slices and feta cheese.
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Drizzle with vinaigrette to taste and mix until salad is lightly coated with dressing.
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Top with toasted pecans.
Most salads will wilt if kept overnight, but if you have a lot of salad and don't think you can finish it, you can drizzle the dressing on each salad individually. This will keep the lettuce fresher for leftovers. Store leftover food in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Balsamic dressing lasts for up to a week and tastes great drizzled over vegetables like green beans or asparagus, making simple vegetables a great side dish.
clothing material: One | calorie: 534calorie | carbohydrate: 28g | protein: 10g | province: 44g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated fat: 6g | Monounsaturated fat: 27g | cholesterol: 33mg | salt: 551mg | potassium: 637mg | fiber: 6g | sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 1134IU | Vitamin C: 41mg | calcium: 255mg | steel: 2mg
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This beet and feta salad recipe first appeared in Food, Fun & Faraway Places in April 2017 and has been updated for clarity.