Beet and carrot salad with coriander and sesame salt

Enjoy a vibrant and flavorful Beet and Carrot Salad with Coriander and Sesame Salt. This healthy recipe combines fresh beets, crunchy carrots, and a zesty dressing made with miso, orange juice, and ginger. Perfectly accented with coriander leaves and creamy sesame butter, it’s a delightful side dish or light meal. Easy to prepare and packed with nutrients, this vegan salad is both refreshing and satisfying.

  • 18 Mar 2025
  • Cook time 70 min
  • Prep time 30 min
  • 8 Servings
  • 12 Ingredients

Beet and carrot salad with coriander and sesame salt

This vibrant Beet and Carrot Salad with Coriander and Sesame Salt is a perfect blend of earthy beets, sweet carrots, and a zesty dressing. Not only is it visually pleasing, but it's also packed with nutrients, making it a healthy yet delicious addition to any meal.

Ingredients:

3.33 tbsp vinegar
50g
1/3 cup olive oil
70g
1 tbsp miso
18g
1.50 tsp coriander leaves
2.70g
2 cups carrots
260g
4 beets
330g
2 tbsp orange juice
30g
1 tsp ginger
1.80g
3/4 tsp salt
4.50g
3.50 tbsp onion
36g
1 tsp orange zest
2g
2 tbsp sesame butter
30g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Vinaigrette:
- In a medium bowl, combine the vinegar, olive oil, miso, orange juice, grated ginger, salt, and orange zest.
- Whisk the ingredients together until the vinaigrette is well-emulsified and smooth. Set aside.
2. Prepare the Vegetables:
- Peel the beets and shred them using a grater or a food processor.
- Shred the carrots using a grater or a food processor.
- Finely chop the onion and fresh coriander leaves.
3. Assemble the Salad:
- In a large salad bowl, combine the shredded beets, shredded carrots, and chopped onion.
- Drizzle the prepared vinaigrette over the vegetable mixture.
- Toss the salad gently to ensure that the vegetables are evenly coated with the vinaigrette.
4. Add Final Touches:
- Sprinkle the chopped coriander leaves over the salad.
- Drizzle the sesame butter over the top of the salad for an extra nutty flavor.
5. Serve:
- Transfer the salad to a serving dish and enjoy immediately, or refrigerate it for up to a couple of hours to allow the flavors to meld together.

Tips:

- To save time, you can use a food processor to grate the carrots and beets.

- Ensure your beets are cooked to a tender consistency before adding them to the salad.

- Feel free to adjust the amount of ginger and coriander to match your taste preference.

- For an extra crunch, you can add some roasted nuts or seeds on top of the salad before serving.

- If available, use fresh-squeezed orange juice for the dressing to enhance the flavor.

Serve your Beet and Carrot Salad with Coriander and Sesame Salt as a refreshing appetizer or a light main course. The unique combination of flavors and textures will surely delight your taste buds and impress your guests.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size100 grams
Energy
Calories 60kcal3%
Protein
Protein 1.97g1%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 9g3%
Fiber 2.64g7%
Sugar 5g5%
Fat
Fat 11g13%
Saturated 1.58g5%
Cholesterol 0.00mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 270ug30%
Choline 8mg2%
Vitamin B1 0.09mg7%
Vitamin B2 0.06mg5%
Vitamin B3 0.71mg4%
Vitamin B6 0.09mg5%
Vitamin B9 60ug14%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 6mg6%
Vitamin E 0.25mg2%
Vitamin K 6ug5%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 36mg3%
Copper, Cu 0.12mg13%
Iron, Fe 0.89mg8%
Magnesium, Mg 20mg5%
Phosphorus, P 60mg5%
Potassium, K 280mg8%
Selenium, Se 1.90ug3%
Sodium, Na 360mg24%
Zinc, Zn 0.47mg4%
Water
Water 80g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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