Roasted Beet, Avocado & Feta Salad

A beautifully vibrant Mediterranean-style salad with sweet roasted beets, creamy avocado, and salty feta. Fresh, nourishing, and non-spicy, this salad works perfectly as a side dish or light main.

Prep: 10 minutes

Roast: 35–40 minutes

Total: ~45 minutes

Serves: 2–3

Ingredients

Salad

3 medium beets, peeled & cubed

1 tbsp olive oil

Salt & black pepper, to taste

1 ripe avocado, sliced

⅓ cup feta cheese, crumbled

2 cups arugula or mixed greens

Lemon Dressing

1½ tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

1 tsp honey or maple syrup

Salt & black pepper, to taste

Optional Toppings

Chopped walnuts or pistachios

Fresh parsley or dill

Instructions

Roast the Beets

Preheat oven to 200°C / 400°F.

Toss beets with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Roast on a baking tray 35–40 minutes, until tender.

Let cool slightly.

Make Dressing

Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.

Assemble Salad

Add greens to a bowl.

Top with roasted beets, avocado slices, and feta.

Drizzle dressing over the salad.

Serve

Finish with nuts and fresh herbs if using. Serve immediately.

Why You’ll Love It

Sweet, creamy & tangy balance

Rich in antioxidants & healthy fats

Naturally gluten-free & vegetarian

Mediterranean, clean, and elegant

Tips & Variations

Add protein: Grilled chicken or chickpeas

Make it creamy: Add a spoon of Greek yogurt to dressing

Extra citrus: Add orange segments

Meal prep: Store beets separately for best texture

Nutritional Information 

Calories: ~280 kcal

Protein: ~7 g

Carbs: ~18 g

Healthy fats: ~20 g

Fiber: ~6 g