Creamy Roasted Beet Salad with Sweet Potato & Feta
Indulge in a vibrant Creamy Roasted Beet Salad with Sweet Potato & Feta that marries earthy sweetness with tangy creaminess. This delightful dish features tender roasted beets and sweet potatoes, tossed with fresh mixed greens and crumbled feta. Drizzled with a luscious Greek yogurt dressing, this salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of flavors. Perfect as a side dish or a light meal, it promises to impress at any gathering or cozy dinner at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium beets, peeled and cut into wedges
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 3 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss the beet wedges and sweet potato cubes in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on the baking sheet and roast for 35-40 minutes until fork-tender.
- While roasting, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, roasted vegetables, and crumbled feta.
- Drizzle with dressing before serving and toss gently to combine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg