Beetroot Salad Dip with Greek Yogurt (Patzarosalata) Recipe
A creamy and vibrant beetroot salad dip combining tender boiled beets with tangy Greek yogurt, goat cheese, fresh herbs, and a hint of lemon and vinegar for brightness. This easy-to-make Patzarosalata is perfect as a healthy appetizer or a flavorful side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Beetroot Salad Dip
- 300 grams (10.6 ounces) boiled or steamed beetroots, cut into 1 cm pieces
- 150 grams (9 tablespoons) Greek yogurt
- 50 grams (1.7 ounces) goat cheese
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 40 grams (2 small) green onions, finely chopped
- 1½ tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1⅓ teaspoons fresh spearmint or dill, minced
Instructions
- Prepare Beetroots: Begin by boiling or steaming the beetroots until tender, approximately 30-40 minutes depending on size. Once cooked, allow to cool and cut into 1 cm pieces.
- Blend Dressing: In a small food processor or blender, combine the Greek yogurt, goat cheese, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, and red wine vinegar. Pulse until the mixture is smooth and uniform in texture.
- Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add the chopped beetroots, yogurt and cheese mixture, and finely chopped green onions. Stir gently but thoroughly to ensure all components are evenly combined.
- Chill and Marinate: Transfer the beetroot salad dip to the refrigerator and chill for 3 to 4 hours or overnight. This resting time allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
Notes
- To cook beetroots: Wash thoroughly, then boil in water until tender (about 30-40 minutes) or steam using a steamer basket over boiling water until easily pierced with a fork.
- Using fresh herbs like spearmint or dill adds a refreshing twist; feel free to adjust herbs to taste.
- This salad dip pairs wonderfully with crusty bread, pita chips, or fresh vegetable sticks.
- For a smoother texture, you may blend all ingredients instead of leaving beetroot pieces chunky.
Keywords: beetroot salad dip, Greek yogurt beetroot dip, Patzarosalata, beet salad, healthy appetizer, Greek recipe
