A quick and easy salad of raw beets and carrots with a honey mustard dressing is perfect for busy weeknights!

I love eating grated raw beet salad because it’s so crunchy and fresh. It goes great with fish, chicken, or eggs and only takes about 15 minutes to make.

If you have some fresh beets, carrots, and a grater, you should give this simple salad a try. You can use store-bought spiralized beets, but they might not taste as fresh as grating them yourself.

Shredded Beet Salad Recipe

This Shredded Beet Salad has a mix of crunch, juiciness, sweetness, and tanginess. And It's really easy to make! Just peel some fresh beets and shred them into thin strips. Then, toss them with lettuce, carrots, or spinach to make it more interesting. The dressing gives it a tangy flavor that goes well with the sweet beets. it's not just tasty, it's good for you too! Beets are full of important vitamins and minerals. You can have this salad with your meal or eat it alone as a light dish. So easy and yummy!

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Course Salad

Cuisine American

Servings 5

Calories 105 kcal

Equipment

Knife
Cutting Board
Mixing bowl

Ingredients

3 medium-sized Beets peeled and shredded
2 tbsp Olive oil
1 tbsp Lemon juice
1 tbsp Honey or maple syrup
Salt and pepper to taste
Crumbled feta cheese Optional toppings
Chopped nuts, fresh herbs Optional toppings

Instructions

Peel and shred the beets.
Put the shredded beets in a bowl.
Mix olive oil, lemon juice, honey or maple syrup, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the shredded beets and mix well.
Let it sit for a bit.
If you like, add feta cheese, nuts, or herbs on top.
Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Wear gloves when touching beets to avoid staining your hands.
Change the dressing ingredients to match your taste.
If no fresh lemon juice, vinegar works too.
Add carrots or cabbage for extra crunch and flavour.

Nutrition Facts:

Nutrition	Value
Calories	105 kcal
Carbohydrates	10g
Sugar	6g
Protein	2g
Calcium	32mg
Sodium	49mg
Fibre	4g
Potassium	290mg
Iron	0.6mg

Do You Have to Peel the Beets Before Shredding Them?

Peeling the beets before grating them is super important for a tasty salad. It’s all about getting rid of that tough outer layer, so the beets are easier to eat and taste better.

Here’s how you do it: grab a vegetable peeler, hold the beet firmly in one hand, and peel away from top to bottom. Once you’ve got the skin off, you’re good to go.

Grate those beets up for your salad, and you’ll notice the difference they’ll be way more delicious and easier to enjoy. It’s a small step, but it amps up the flavour and texture of your salad.

How Many Days Can I Keep the Shredded Raw Beet Salad in the Fridge?

You can keep the grated raw beet salad in the fridge for 3 to 5 days in an airtight container. However, it’s tastiest and keeps its texture best if you eat it within the first 2 days.