Refreshing and nourishing, this salad delights the senses with hydrating cucumbers, crisp carrots, and cleansing beets. Very well suited for Pitta constitution, but also for Kapha and Vata in moderation.
Carrot, Beet & Cucumber Salad
- 2 carrots (spiralized, or grated)
- 1 cup beets (spiralized, or grated)
- 1 organic cucumber (spiralized, or grated)
- 1 green onion (sliced, green and white portions)
- 1 jalapeño (deseeded and minced, optional)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- red pepper flakes (optional, to taste)
- lime wedges (for serving)
Orange Miso Dressing
- ¼ cup orange juice (freshly squeezed, plus 2 Tbsp)
- 1 tbsp organic miso (mellow yellow or chickpea)
- 1 tsp tahini
- 1 tsp fresh ginger (minced)
- 1 tsp fresh garlic (minced)
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1 tbsp organic tamari (reduced-sodium or coconut aminos)
Directions
- Make your dressing: Add all of the dressing ingredients to an 8 or 16-ounce mason jar or small bowl.
- Add the lid to the mason jar and shake until all of the miso and tahini are dissolved or whisk in the bowl until all of the miso and tahini are dissolved.
- Assemble your salad: Add the carrots, cucumber, and beets to a large bowl.
- Add the dressing and stir well.
- Add the green onion, sesame seeds and crushed red pepper, if using.
- Stir and enjoy by itself, as a side or as an appetizer before a meal.
