Description
The Simple No-Cook Grated Beet & Carrot Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the earthiness of beets and the natural sweetness of carrots. This quick-to-prepare salad requires no cooking, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or impromptu gatherings. Within just 20 minutes, you can create a colorful side dish that not only delights the eyes but also nourishes the body. Perfect for family dinners, picnics, or potlucks, this salad pairs beautifully with grilled chicken or turkey and adds a pop of color to any meal.
Ingredients
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- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon unseasoned rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups shredded red beets
- 2 cups shredded carrots
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives (plus more for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley (plus more for garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, orange juice, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, rice vinegar, ground coriander, and salt until well combined.
- Add shredded beets, shredded carrots, chives, and parsley to the dressing in the bowl. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Allow the salad to rest at room temperature for about 10 minutes to enhance the flavors.
- Garnish with additional chives and parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg