Recipe – Can’t Beet This Salad

Prep Time

20 Minutes

Cooking Time

N/A

Yields

4 servings

Prep Notes

If using dried coconut, cover it in hot water and let sit for 5 minutes. Strain and discard liquid.

Ingredients

• 1 medium beet
• 2 medium carrots
• 1/4 cup dried (soaked and strained – see prep notes) or fresh coconut
• 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint
• salt and pepper to taste, optional

Directions

1. Grate beets and carrots and stir together in a large bowl.
2. Stir in coconut and sesame seeds.
3. Add remaining ingredients and stir to combine.

Notes

This is nice served over mixed greens.