Description
Elevate your meals with this delightful Pickled Beet Salad, a vibrant and tangy dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This refreshing salad is quick to prepare, making it an excellent choice for busy weeknights or as a standout side for gatherings. The earthy sweetness of beets combined with the zesty notes of pickled onions and olives creates a flavor explosion that everyone will love. Not only is it visually stunning with its bright colors, but it’s also packed with healthy ingredients like fresh herbs and wholesome vegetables. Ideal for meal prep, this salad tastes even better after marinating in the fridge, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 small-medium boiled beets
- 1/2 small-medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup pitted green olives, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/2 cup finely minced parsley
- 1/2 cup finely minced mint
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine sliced red onion, chopped olives, lemon juice, olive oil, honey, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Toss well and let sit for 30-45 minutes to quick-pickle.
- Chop boiled beets into small cubes. Add them to the bowl along with minced parsley and mint. Toss gently to combine.
- Allow the salad to rest for an additional 15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg