Mediterranean Diet Vinegret

Elevate your salad game with this Mediterranean Diet Vinegret, a vibrant and nutrient-packed twist on the classic Eastern European dish. Featuring tender, earthy beets, sweet carrots, creamy potatoes, and the tangy crunch of pickles, this salad is balanced with protein-rich chickpeas and fresh parsley for a Mediterranean-inspired flair. Tossed in a zesty dressing of extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and Dijon mustard, every bite delivers a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. Ready in under an hour and perfect for meal prep, this colorful dish can be served as a refreshing side salad or a light, wholesome main course. Gluten-free, vegetarian, and rich in antioxidants, the Mediterranean Diet Vinegret is as healthy as it is delicious—ideal for anyone exploring Mediterranean cuisine or looking for a flavorful yet balanced plant-based option.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 medium, cooked and peeled beets
• 2 medium, cooked and peeled carrots
• 2 medium, cooked and peeled potatoes
• 1 small, finely diced red onion
• 1 cup, rinsed and drained canned chickpeas
• 3 small, finely diced pickles
• 0.25 cup, finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.75 teaspoon, or to taste sea salt

Directions

Step 1

Cook the beets, carrots, and potatoes until tender. Leave them to cool completely before peeling and dicing them into small, uniform cubes.

Step 2

Finely dice the red onion, pickles, and parsley. Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas well.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced beets, carrots, potatoes, red onion, chickpeas, pickles, and parsley. Gently toss to distribute the ingredients evenly.

Step 4

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, black pepper, and sea salt until emulsified.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the salad and carefully toss everything to coat, ensuring that the vibrant color of the beets spreads evenly but does not overwhelm other ingredients.

Step 6

Taste the salad and adjust salt or vinegar if necessary.

Step 7

Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together.

Step 8

Serve chilled as a side dish or a light main course, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1272.7 grams (1272.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1181

Total Fat 48.20g	62%
Saturated Fat 6.80g	34%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3573mg	155%
Total Carbohydrate 169.60g	62%
Dietary Fiber 31.70g	113%
Total Sugars 39.80g
Protein 27.40g	55%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 351mg	27%
Iron 12mg	65%
Potassium 4207mg	90%

*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: 35.5%

Protein: 9.0%

Carbs: 55.5%