Fresh Beet Salad with Feta – A Clean, Colorful Lunch Idea
A vibrant and earthy beet salad with crumbled feta, fresh greens, and a simple vinaigrette. Naturally gluten-free and easy to customize, this salad is perfect for clean eating and fresh flavor lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes (for beets)
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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3 medium beets, roasted or boiled, peeled and sliced
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4 cups arugula or mixed greens
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½ cup crumbled feta cheese
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¼ small red onion, thinly sliced
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⅓ cup toasted walnuts or pecans
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2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or mint (optional)
Instructions
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Roast or boil beets, let cool, then peel and slice or cube.
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Whisk vinaigrette ingredients together in a small bowl.
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In a large bowl, toss greens with half the dressing.
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Arrange greens on a platter. Top with beets, feta, red onion, and nuts.
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Drizzle with remaining vinaigrette. Garnish with herbs if using.
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Serve immediately.
Notes
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Use golden beets or a mix for variety.
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Add quinoa or lentils for a more filling meal.
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Keep components separate for make-ahead prep.