2cupsPickled Beets, drained with brine reserved, cut into quarters
1cupCucumbers, mini Persians, cut into ½ inch chunks
¼cupRed Onion, thinly sliced or shaved
⅓cupFeta Cheese, crumbled
¼cupPistachios, roughly chopped
2tablespoonsDill, fresh, chopped
3tablespoonsExtra Virgin Olive Oil
2tablespoonsPickled Beet Brine
½teaspoonDijon Mustard
¼teaspoonSalt
⅛teaspoonBlack Pepper
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, pickled beet brine, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Set aside for the flavors to meld.
In a large bowl, combine the chopped pickled beets, chopped cucumbers, and thinly shaved red onion. Pour the dressing over the vegetables, ensuring everything is well coated.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 12 hours for optimal flavor.
Before serving, give the vegetable mixture a gentle stir. Top with crumbled feta cheese, chopped pistachios, and fresh dill.
Enjoy immediately with its full spectrum of flavors and textures.
Notes
Chill the salad for at least 2 hours for best flavor.
Consider dry roasting the pistachios for enhanced flavor.
If red onions are too sharp, soak in cold water before adding.