Beet

Raw Beet Salad

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February 24, 2010
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4 Ratings
Raw Beet Salad
  • Serves 4
Author Notes

My girls, who are all pretty good eaters, were rarely enthused when I'd bring in some beets from the garden. But this recipe, a far cry from my standard roasted beets/goat cheese salad, actually got them to ask for seconds. But be forewarned… this can be a bit messy, and beet juice stains… so use a dark apron, or just be neater than I usually am. —saenyc

What You'll Need
Ingredients
  • 1 shallot, minced
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar (or whichever vinegar you favor)
  • 1 pound beets (larger are easier to grate)
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh black pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons strong mustard
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs (parsley, chives, thyme)
Directions
  1. Place shallot in the bowl you’ll prepare the dressing in.
  2. Add vinegar to shallots and let stand for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Peel and trim the beets.
  4. Grate beets over large bowl. Let sit for ten minutes or so. Drain excess beet juice. (set aside for a healthy shot of deliciousness!)
  5. Add salt, pepper, mustard and olive oil to bowl with shallots and vinegar. Whisk until combined.
  6. Add fresh herbs and mix once more. (OPTIONAL)
  7. Pour over beets. Serve or refrigerate.
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Michele
Michele February 27, 2014
I made this the other night and it was so delicious! I am a beet lover but find the roasting / steaming part often puts me off making them until they are looking a little sad and limp. This was so easy, such a great recipe to find.....thanks so much!