Description
Celery and Beet Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that beautifully pairs the crunch of fresh celery with the earthy sweetness of roasted beets. Tossed in a zesty dressing and topped with creamy feta cheese, this salad is perfect for picnics, gatherings, or as a light lunch. With its delightful textures and bright colors, it?s sure to impress your guests while being incredibly easy to prepare. Elevate your vegetable experience with this refreshing salad that celebrates seasonal flavors!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium fresh beets (about 300g)
- 3 stalks crispy celery (about 150g)
- 100g crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400?F (200?C). Wrap beets in aluminum foil and roast on a baking sheet for 45-60 minutes until tender. Allow cooling before peeling.
- Chop celery into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Peel and cube the cooled beets. In a large bowl, combine chopped celery and cubed beets. Drizzle with dressing.
- Gently fold in crumbled feta cheese.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature; garnish with extra feta if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg