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.
- 13 Feb 2025
- Cook time 70 min
- Prep time 30 min
- 8 Servings
- 12 Ingredients
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:
Instructions:
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Sprinkle the chopped coriander leaves over the salad.
- Drizzle the sesame butter over the top of the salad for an extra nutty flavor.
- 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 Size | 100 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 60kcal | 3% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 1.97g | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 9g | 3% |
| Fiber 2.64g | 7% |
| Sugar 5g | 5% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 11g | 13% |
| Saturated 1.58g | 5% |
| Cholesterol 0.00mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 270ug | 30% |
| Choline 8mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 0.09mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 0.06mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 0.71mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 0.09mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B9 60ug | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 6mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E 0.25mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K 6ug | 5% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 36mg | 3% |
| Copper, Cu 0.12mg | 13% |
| Iron, Fe 0.89mg | 8% |
| Magnesium, Mg 20mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus, P 60mg | 5% |
| Potassium, K 280mg | 8% |
| Selenium, Se 1.90ug | 3% |
| Sodium, Na 360mg | 24% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.47mg | 4% |
| 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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