Fresh Cucumber and Beet Salad

Ingredients (serves 4)

• 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
• 2 medium beets, cooked, peeled, and thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Prepare Vegetables

1. If the beets aren’t cooked yet, boil or roast them until tender (about 30–40 minutes).
2. Let them cool, peel, and slice thinly.
3. Slice the cucumber thinly (a mandoline works well for uniform slices).

2. Make the Dressing

• In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

3. Combine Salad

1. In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumber and beets.
2. Add chopped dill and parsley.
3. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat evenly.

4. Chill and Serve

• Let the salad chill in the fridge for 10–15 minutes to allow flavors to meld (optional).
• Serve cold as a refreshing side dish.

Tips

• For extra flavor, add 1–2 tablespoons crumbled feta or toasted walnuts.
• Use a mix of red and golden beets for a colorful presentation.
• This salad keeps well in the fridge for 1–2 days, but it’s freshest when eaten the same day.