Recipe: Preparation of beetroot, feta and orange salad

Many varieties of healthy salads are available, but if you want to try new salad recipe, here is a simple preparation of beetroot, feta and orange salad prepared by drenching in yogurt dressing.

Ingredients

2 roasted beetroots
1 orange, peeled and segmented
30 gms feta cheese crumbled
1 Tbsp dill leaves
1 tsp cumin powder
Few oregano leaves
Walnuts for garnish
2 cups rocket leaves/ arugula

For the Chilli Coriander Dressing:

1 small green chilli chopped
2 tsp coriander leaves
1/2 Tbsp ginger
80 gms hung curd
4 Tbsp olive oil
Juice of 1/2 an orange
2 Tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
1 Tbsp chopped onions
Salt and pepper to taste

Method of preparation:

Slice the roasted beetroots.
Add sliced olives.
Crumble the feta cheese.
Season with dill, oregano and cumin.
Wash and dry the lettuce leaves.

For the Dressing:

Mince the ginger and coriander leaves.

Hang the curd in a muslin cloth or a fine strainer to get rid of the excess whey.

Blend the rest of the ingredients to a get a rich creamy dressing.

Toss the leaves with the dressing and place at the bottom of the bowl.

Mix the beetroot and the orange, with the dressing.

Spoon the dressing on top of the leaves, sprinkle the walnuts, feta and chopped herbs over the salad.

By Lizitha