Beet and Carrot Salad
Bright, colorful, and bursting with fresh flavors, this Beet and Carrot Salad is the perfect harmony of earthy beets, crunchy carrots, and a sweet-tangy dressing. Roasted beets are cubed and paired with freshly grated carrots, then tossed in a zesty blend of olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard for a refreshing and vibrant salad that’s as healthy as it is delicious. Topped with creamy crumbled feta and crunchy toasted walnuts, this dish offers a delightful contrast of textures in every bite. Perfect as a standalone vegetarian dish or a side for your favorite proteins, this salad is packed with nutrients, easy to make, and best served chilled to let the flavors truly shine.
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Ingredients
- 3 medium beets
- 4 medium carrots
- 0.25 cup, chopped fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup, crumbled feta cheese
- 0.5 cup, toasted and chopped walnuts
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
Wash the beets thoroughly, trim the ends, and wrap each beet individually in aluminum foil.
Step 3
Place the wrapped beets on a baking sheet and roast them in the oven for about 45 minutes, or until they can be easily pierced with a fork.
Step 4
While the beets are roasting, peel and grate the carrots using a box grater or a food processor with a grating attachment.
Step 5
Once roasted, remove the beets from the oven and let them cool slightly before peeling the skins off (the skins should slide off easily).
Step 6
Cut the peeled beets into small cubes and set them aside.
Step 7
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper, whisking until the dressing is well combined.
Step 8
Add the cubed beets, grated carrots, and chopped parsley to the dressing in the bowl and gently toss until the vegetables are well coated.
Step 9
Transfer the salad to a serving dish and sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and toasted walnuts evenly over the top.
Step 10
Serve the salad immediately or chill it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 899.6 grams (899.6g) |
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| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1295 |
| Total Fat 99.50g | 128% |
| Saturated Fat 19.70g | 99% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 28.80g | |
| Cholesterol 67mg | 22% |
| Sodium 2647mg | 115% |
| Total Carbohydrate 89.00g | 32% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.90g | 82% |
| Total Sugars 53.10g | |
| Protein 29.40g | 59% |
| Vitamin D 12IU | 60% |
| Calcium 601mg | 46% |
| Iron 7mg | 41% |
| Potassium 2587mg | 55% |
Source of Calories