Mediterranean Beetroot and Olive Citrus Salad
A vibrant and refreshing salad combining earthy beetroot, briny olives, and zesty citrus for a delightful taste experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1/2 small-medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup pitted green olives, briny and flavorful
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, bright and tangy
- 3 tbsp olive oil, rich and aromatic
- 1 tbsp honey, for a touch of sweetness
- 1 tsp lemon zest, for an additional citrusy punch
- 1 tsp kosher salt, to enhance flavors
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper, adding a slight kick
- 2 small-medium boiled beets, sliced and diced, tender and earthy
- 1/2 cup finely minced parsley, vibrant green and fresh
- 1/2 cup finely minced mint, aromatic and refreshing
Instructions
- Start with a large serving bowl. Combine the thinly sliced red onion, pitted green olives, fresh lemon juice, olive oil, honey, lemon zest, kosher salt, and freshly cracked black pepper.
- Toss everything together gently but thoroughly. Let this mixture sit for 30-45 minutes.
- Add the diced beets, and gently fold in the beets, along with the finely minced parsley and mint.
- Give the salad another gentle toss, ensuring all ingredients are well-distributed. Allow it to rest for an additional 15 minutes.
- Enjoy this Mediterranean delight warm or cold!
Notes
Allow the salad to marinate for enhanced flavors. Adjust honey or lemon juice according to your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg