Little Gem Lettuce with Roasted Beets and Feta Dres

Name: Little Gem Lettuce with Roasted Beets and Feta Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon cumin seeds; 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt; 4 beets (2 pounds), peeled and cut into wedges; 2 medium red onions, cut into wedges; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 teaspoon honey; 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese; 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt; 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest; Pepper; 2 heads of Little Gem or baby romaine lettuce (10 ounces); Chopped cilantro and mint, for garnish

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon flaky sea salt
4 beets (2 pounds), peeled and cut into wedges
2 medium red onions, cut into wedges
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoon honey
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
Pepper
2 heads of Little Gem or baby romaine lettuce (10 ounces)
Chopped cilantro and mint, for garnish

1
Preheat the oven to 375.
2
In a small skillet, toast the cumin seeds over low heat until fragrant, 2 minutes; let cool.
3
In a mortar, coarsely grind the cumin seeds with the salt.
4
Transfer to a bowl and add the beets, onions and olive oil; toss to coat.
5
Scrape the vegetables onto a rimmed baking sheet and roast for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until tender.
6
Let cool to room temperature.
7
In a bowl, whisk the lemon juice and honey.
8
In another bowl, mix the feta, yogurt and lemon zest so it remains a bit chunky.
9
Season with pepper.
10
Arrange the lettuce on plates.
11
Top with the beets and onions and drizzle the lemon honey on top.
12
Dollop the feta dressing on the salad; season with pepper.
13
Garnish with cilantro and mint and serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon cumin seeds, 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt, 4 beets (2 pounds), peeled and cut into wedges, 2 medium red onions, cut into wedges, and more.

Yes, Little Gem Lettuce with Roasted Beets and Feta Dressing falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Little Gem Lettuce with Roasted Beets and Feta Dressing

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