Beet and Carrot Salad with Coriander and Sesame Salt

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
18%
Beet and Carrot Salad with Coriander and Sesame Salt
70 min.
8
127kcal

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If you're looking for a vibrant and nutritious side dish that will not only tantalize your taste buds but also elevate your meal, look no further than this delightful Beet and Carrot Salad with Coriander and Sesame Salt. Bursting with color and packed with flavor, this salad is a perfect representation of wholesome, plant-based cuisine designed to impress family and friends alike.

Imagine the earthy sweetness of freshly grated beets and the crispness of carrots coming together in a harmonious blend. Enhanced by the zing of fresh ginger, a hint of orange, and the unique depth of miso, this salad offers a wonderful balance of tastes and textures. The toasty notes from freshly ground coriander seeds and golden sesame seeds add a delightful crunch, making each bite a little explosion of flavor!

Perfect for any occasion, whether as a starter, a light snack, or a vibrant side dish for your gatherings, this salad is not only vegetarian and vegan but also gluten and dairy-free, catering to a variety of dietary preferences. Plus, with just a 70-minute prep time and a mere 127 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free! Treat yourself and your guests to this deliciously wholesome salad that reflects the beauty of seasonal vegetables and simple, fresh ingredients.

Ingredients

  • tablespoons apple cider vinegar 
  • inch beets red peeled
  • pound carrots peeled
  • 0.8 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 1.5 teaspoons coriander seeds 
  • teaspoon ginger fresh finely grated peeled
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • tablespoons orange juice fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon orange zest finely grated
  • tablespoons sesame seed 
  • 3.5 tablespoons shallots minced
  • tablespoon miso white (fermented soybean paste)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • box grater

Directions

  1. Whisk shallot, vinegar, orange juice, miso,ginger, and orange peel in medium bowl.
  2. Let stand 10 minutes to allow flavors toblend. Gradually whisk in oil.
  3. Toast coriander seeds in small skilletover medium heat until beginning to brown,about 2 minutes. Cool.
  4. Transfer to spicemill; process until coarsely ground.
  5. Addsesame seeds to same skillet. Toast overmedium heat until golden brown, about 3minutes.
  6. Add 3/4 teaspoon coarse salt; stir30 seconds.
  7. Transfer sesame salt to smallbowl and cool. DO AHEAD: Dressing andtoasted spices can be made 1 day ahead.
  8. Cover and chill dressing. Store toastedcoriander and sesame salt in separateairtight containers at room temperature.
  9. Using shredding disc on processoror a box grater, coarsely grate beets andcarrots.
  10. Transfer vegetables to largebowl.
  11. Add enough dressing to coat lightly.
  12. Add coriander and 1 tablespoon sesamesalt. Toss to coat.
  13. Let marinate at roomtemperature 30 minutes. Season salad totaste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Canbe made 4 hours ahead. Cover and chill.
  14. Toss salad, adding additional dressing,if desired.
  15. Sprinkle with remaining sesamesalt and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories127kcal
Protein4.22%
Fat70.84%
Carbs24.94%

Properties

Glycemic Index
42.98
Glycemic Load
2.68
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
9.0626086734397%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Hesperetin
0.51mg
Naringenin
0.09mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.08mg
Kaempferol
0.14mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.13mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:127.25kcal
6.36%
Fat:10.34g
15.91%
Saturated Fat:1.43g
8.92%
Carbohydrates:8.19g
2.73%
Net Carbohydrates:5.86g
2.13%
Sugar:3.73g
4.14%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:339.8mg
14.77%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.39g
2.77%
Vitamin A:9484.21IU
189.68%
Vitamin K:13.57µg
12.92%
Vitamin E:1.68mg
11.21%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.63%
Fiber:2.33g
9.33%
Vitamin C:6.21mg
7.52%
Potassium:236.92mg
6.77%
Copper:0.13mg
6.43%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
5.87%
Folate:18.71µg
4.68%
Magnesium:18.47mg
4.62%
Calcium:45.43mg
4.54%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.24%
Phosphorus:42.26mg
4.23%
Iron:0.72mg
4.01%
Vitamin B3:0.71mg
3.56%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.78%
Zinc:0.4mg
2.64%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.89%
Selenium:1.08µg
1.54%
Source:Epicurious