Description
Grated Beet Salad is a fresh and vibrant plant-based dish combining the natural sweetness and earthiness of raw grated beets with crunchy carrots, zesty lemon juice, tangy apple cider vinegar, and a smooth olive oil dressing. Enhanced with refreshing parsley and hearty walnuts, this colorful salad is easy to prepare, nutritious, and perfect as a side or light meal. It offers a wholesome, flavorful, and visually appealing option for anyone seeking healthy, natural ingredients.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 2 medium fresh beets, washed and peeled
- 2 medium crunchy carrots, washed and peeled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
Dressing Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (natural)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (natural)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
- Salt to taste
- Ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Beets and Carrots: Wash and peel the fresh beets and carrots. Using a box grater or a food processor, grate the beets and carrots finely to create a uniform texture that is both visually appealing and easy to eat.
- Mix the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together fresh lemon juice, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper until fully combined. This dressing will brighten and enhance the natural flavors of the vegetables.
- Combine Ingredients: Place the grated beets and carrots in a large mixing bowl. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently but thoroughly to evenly coat all pieces. Add the chopped parsley and walnuts last, mixing lightly to incorporate without crushing the nuts.
- Chill Before Serving: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes. Allowing it to rest helps the flavors meld and develop for a tastier dish when served.
Notes
- Use the freshest beets available for optimal taste and texture.
- Grate beets and carrots uniformly for a balanced bite.
- Adjust seasoning by tasting and adding more lemon juice or vinegar if desired.
- Employ a sharp grater to make grating easier and avoid mashing the vegetables.
- Chilling the salad before serving enhances flavor fusion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: beet salad, grated beet salad, vegan salad, plant-based salad, healthy salad, gluten free salad, nutritious salad, easy salad recipe