BEET SALAD WITH LEMON, CILANTRO AND MINT
Ann Yonkers is co-director of the FRESHFARM Markets, the organic farm markets in Washington, DC and Maryland.. She and her husband Charlie Yonkers own Pot Pie Farm, in Wittman, MD. This lovely salad is as pretty as it is delicious. You can use all red, all golden or variously colored beets. Time does not include the roasting of the beets.
Provided by Chef Kate
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cut the beets into quarters or sixths.
- Finely grate the lemon zest and squeeze 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Whisk together the lemon zest and juice, onion, herbs, coriander, 1/4 teaspoon salt, pepper to taste and the oil in a small bowl.
- Taste the dressing on a beet and correct the seasonings if needed.
- Toss the beets with enough dressing to coat lightly.
- Toss the greens with the remaining dressing and arrange them on salad plates.
- Add the beets and olives and serve.
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Toto Cutugno
ct@gmail.comOverall, I really enjoyed this beet salad. It's a healthy and delicious dish that's perfect for a variety of occasions.
Nasir Ratteeka
nasir.ratteeka@yahoo.comThis salad is delicious, but it's a bit too expensive to make on a regular basis.
Sj Sujoy
ss@aol.comI'm allergic to cilantro, so I substituted parsley in this recipe. It turned out great!
Muzamal Khandaha.
kmuzamal90@gmail.comThis salad is a bit too tangy for my taste. I would recommend using less lemon juice or adding a bit of honey to balance out the flavors.
TIBENDERANA AMUZAH
a_tibenderana@aol.comI made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.
Gaming with Sasiya
g_s24@aol.comThis salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with nutrients and antioxidants.
Shakira Nanyanzi
shakira_n@yahoo.comI'm not a huge fan of beets, but I really enjoyed this salad. The lemon, cilantro, and mint really helped to balance out the earthy flavor of the beets.
Samuel Kielo
skielo36@yahoo.comThis salad is so easy to make! I had it on the table in less than 30 minutes. It's perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.
Aboagyewaa Harriet
harrietaboagyewaa30@gmail.comI love the vibrant colors of this salad! The beets, lemon, cilantro, and mint all come together to create a beautiful and delicious dish.
zindeju
zindeju81@hotmail.comThis beet salad is amazing! The flavors of the lemon, cilantro, and mint are so refreshing and complementary. The beets are cooked perfectly and still have a bit of a crunch to them. I will definitely be making this salad again and again!