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Beet and Carrot Salad with Coriander and Sesame Salt

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Beet and Carrot Salad with Coriander and Sesame SaltNigel Cox

The shredding disc on the food processor makes quick work of grating the beets and carrots. For a pretty presentation, spoon the salad onto a bed of beet greens, spinach, or arugula. Serve with burgers or fish.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    1 hour 10 minutes

  • Yield

    Makes 8 servings

Ingredients

3 1/2 tablespoons minced shallot
3 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1 tablespoon white miso (fermented soybean paste)
1 teaspoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon finely grated orange peel
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons coriander seeds
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
3/4 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
4 2-inch-diameter red beets, peeled
1 pound carrots, peeled
Ingredient info: White miso (also known as shiro miso) is available in the refrigerated Asian foods section of some supermarkets and at a natural food stores and Japanese markets

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Whisk shallot, vinegar, orange juice, miso, ginger, and orange peel in medium bowl. Let stand 10 minutes to allow flavors to blend. Gradually whisk in oil.

    Step 2

    Toast coriander seeds in small skillet over medium heat until beginning to brown, about 2 minutes. Cool. Transfer to spice mill; process until coarsely ground. Add sesame seeds to same skillet. Toast over medium heat until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Add 3/4 teaspoon coarse salt; stir 30 seconds. Transfer sesame salt to small bowl and cool. DO AHEAD: Dressing and toasted spices can be made 1 day ahead.

    Step 3

    Cover and chill dressing. Store toasted coriander and sesame salt in separate airtight containers at room temperature.

    Step 4

    Using shredding disc on processor or a box grater, coarsely grate beets and carrots. Transfer vegetables to large bowl. Add enough dressing to coat lightly. Add coriander and 1 tablespoon sesame salt. Toss to coat. Let marinate at room temperature 30 minutes. Season salad to taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 4 hours ahead. Cover and chill.

    Step 5

    Toss salad, adding additional dressing, if desired. Sprinkle with remaining sesame salt and serve.

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