Description
A vibrant and refreshing Grated Beet Salad featuring fresh beets and carrots dressed in a tangy sherry vinegar and honey dressing. Enhanced with aromatic shallots, fresh herbs, and a hint of lemon zest, this salad is a perfect no-cook, healthy side or light meal option for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Salad Dressing
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
- 1 small shallot, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- ½ teaspoon grated lemon zest
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
Salad
- 1 pound red beets, peeled and grated
- 1 large carrot, peeled and grated
- ¼ cup chopped fresh flat leaf parsley
- ¼ cup chopped fresh mint
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, sherry vinegar, minced shallot, Dijon mustard, honey, grated lemon zest, sea salt, and freshly cracked black pepper until the mixture is emulsified and well combined.
- Combine salad ingredients: Add the peeled and grated red beets, peeled and grated large carrot, half of the chopped flat leaf parsley, and half of the chopped fresh mint to the bowl with the dressing. Toss everything together thoroughly to ensure the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Garnish and serve: Transfer the dressed salad to a serving bowl. Garnish by sprinkling the remaining chopped parsley and fresh mint over the top just before serving to add a burst of fresh herbal flavor and color.
Notes
- Use fresh, firm beets for the best texture and flavor.
- If you prefer a sweeter salad, adjust the honey quantity according to taste.
- Grating the vegetables finely helps absorb the dressing better and enhances the salad’s texture.
- This salad can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator, but add the fresh herbs just before serving to maintain their brightness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
