Description
Experience the delightful harmony of roasted beets and sweet potatoes in this vibrant salad. Earthy beets meet the caramelized sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes, all topped with creamy feta and a tangy yogurt dressing. This dish is not only visually stunning but also packed with flavor, making it perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or a healthy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium fresh beets (about 1 cup, diced)
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 cups, diced)
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Chop the fresh beets and sweet potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Spread on one baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper; toss well. Roast for about 25-30 minutes until tender.
- While the veggies roast, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
- Once roasted veggies cool slightly, combine them in a large bowl with crumbled feta cheese.
- Drizzle the yogurt dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until coated.
- Serve immediately or store for later.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg