How To Make Pan-Cooked Feta with Beetroot Salsa & Bean Mash
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 8 oz feta cheese, cut into 4 slices
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups cooked white beans
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 medium beetroots, peeled and diced
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add feta slices and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Set aside.
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In a separate saucepan, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic, cumin, and paprika. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Add cooked white beans to the saucepan and mash them using a fork or potato masher. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through. Set aside.
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In a medium bowl, combine diced beetroots, chopped red onion, fresh parsley, lemon juice, and remaining olive oil. Toss well to coat and season with salt and pepper to taste.
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To serve, divide the bean mash onto 4 serving plates. Top with pan-cooked feta slices and spoon beetroot salsa over the feta. Garnish with extra fresh parsley, if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories : 312kcal
- Total Fat : 18g
- Saturated Fat : 8g
- Cholesterol : 44mg
- Sodium : 634mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 25g
- Dietary Fiber : 7g
- Sugar : 9g
- Protein : 14g
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