Description
Grated Beet Salad is a fresh, vibrant, and healthy dish combining the natural sweetness of fresh beets with crunchy carrots, bright parsley, and a tangy apple cider vinegar and olive oil dressing. Easy to prepare in under 15 minutes, this colorful salad is perfect as a light lunch or side dish, offering a nourishing boost of vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Herbs
- 2 medium fresh beets, peeled and grated
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and grated
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (natural)
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional Additions
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Prepare Your Beets and Vegetables: Peel the fresh beets and carrots, then grate them finely using a box grater or food processor. Finely chop the fresh parsley so it can distribute its flavor evenly throughout the salad.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, place the grated beets, grated carrots, and chopped parsley. Add the chopped walnuts if using to add texture and a nutty flavor.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar (natural), olive oil (natural), salt, and freshly ground black pepper until the dressing emulsifies and becomes glossy.
- Toss Everything Together: Pour the dressing over the grated vegetables and gently toss with a fork or salad servers until all ingredients are thoroughly coated. Let the salad rest for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
- Choose fresh, firm beets with smooth skins for the best sweetness and ease of grating.
- Use a fine grater to achieve a delicate texture that blends well with other ingredients.
- Let the salad rest for about 10 minutes before serving to enhance flavor combination.
- Add dressing gradually to find your preferred balance of acidity and richness.
- Add the fresh herbs last to avoid bruising and maintain their vibrant freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: beet salad, grated beet salad, healthy salad, quick salad, vegan salad, gluten free salad