Heart-Healthy Beetroot Slaw

Brighten up your table with this vibrant and nutritious Heart-Healthy Beetroot Slaw, a crunchy and colorful salad that’s as delicious as it is good for you! Featuring raw shredded beetroots, crisp carrots, red cabbage, and tart green apple, this slaw is bursting with antioxidants, vitamins, and natural sweetness. A zesty homemade dressing made with olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and a touch of honey perfectly balances the earthy and tangy flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes and requiring no cooking, this gluten-free, low-fat recipe is the ultimate quick and wholesome side dish. Whether you’re pairing it with grilled chicken or enjoying it as a refreshing standalone snack, this slaw will surely become your go-to for healthy eating. Perfect for heart health and boosting your veggie intake!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium Raw beetroots
• 1 large Carrot
• 1 cup, shredded Red cabbage
• 1 medium Green apple
• 0.5 cup, chopped Fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and peel the beetroots and carrot. Shred them using a box grater or a food processor with a shredding attachment.

Step 2

Core the green apple and shred it, retaining the skin for extra fiber.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded beetroots, carrot, red cabbage, and green apple.

Step 4

Add the chopped fresh parsley to the bowl and gently toss all ingredients together.

Step 5

In a small bowl or a jar with a lid, mix together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper. Whisk or shake well until the dressing is fully combined.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the slaw mixture and toss until everything is well coated.

Step 7

Let the slaw sit for about 10 minutes at room temperature or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Serve chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	728.4 grams (728.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	562

Total Fat 29.40g	38%
Saturated Fat 4.50g	23%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1481mg	64%
Total Carbohydrate 73.30g	27%
Dietary Fiber 16.90g	60%
Total Sugars 49.50g
Protein 7.40g	15%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 164mg	13%
Iron 5mg	29%
Potassium 1762mg	37%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.0%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 49.9%