Description
Colorful beet slaw with olives & pickled onions delivers Mediterranean zest through tangy layers of shredded vegetables and briny accents. Crisp textures and bold flavors invite diners to explore fresh, unexpected combinations on their plate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium beets, peeled and grated
- 1 large carrot, grated
- ½ red onion, finely diced
- ¼ cup chopped parsley
- ⅓ cup black olives, pitted and sliced
- 4 tbsps (60 ml) olive oil
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp mustard
- ½ tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Pickle Preparation: Whisk vinegar, mustard, and olive oil in a large bowl to create a zesty marinade, then submerge thinly sliced onions to soften and infuse with tangy essence for 5-10 minutes.
- Vegetable Processing: Using a box grater or food processor, transform beets and carrots into uniform, delicate strands that will provide a vibrant and textural foundation for the slaw.
- Flavor Composition: Merge the marinated onions with grated vegetables, then artfully fold in briny olives and freshly chopped parsley, ensuring an even distribution of ingredients that creates a harmonious flavor landscape.
- Seasoning and Finishing: Sprinkle salt across the mixture, gently tossing to coat each component with the aromatic dressing, allowing the flavors to intertwine and develop a sophisticated taste profile.
- Serving and Storage: Present the slaw immediately for optimal crispness, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days, during which time the flavors will continue to deepen and meld beautifully.
Notes
- Pickle Onions Precisely: Let onions marinate exactly 5-10 minutes for optimal tanginess and texture softening.
- Grate Uniformly: Use consistent, fine strands when shredding beets and carrots to ensure even flavor distribution and appealing presentation.
- Balance Briny Elements: Distribute olives and herbs carefully to create a harmonious blend of salty, earthy, and fresh flavor notes.
- Storage Strategy: Refrigerate in sealed container for up to 4 days, understanding flavors will continue developing and intensifying over time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg