Beetroot Salad

This Beetroot Salad bursts with bold colours and bright flavours, earthy beets, tangy sumac, juicy pomegranate, and crunchy walnuts come together in a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. A refreshing side or a satisfying light main.

Beetroot Salad

Course: Side Dish
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Author: Catherine Velisha
A vibrant and healthy salad featuring beetroot, walnuts, pomegranate, and a hint of sumac, perfect as a side or light main dish.
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Ingredients

  • 2 large fresh raw beetroots
  • 1 bunch parsley
  • Handful of walnuts
  • Juice from 1 lemon
  • 1 whole pomegranate
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon sumac powder

Instructions

  • Begin by boiling the beetroots until tender. Once cooked, allow them to cool before dicing into bite-sized pieces.
  • Break down the pomegranate, removing the seeds carefully, ensuring to retain as much juice as possible.
  • Dice the parsley and walnuts, then place all the ingredients into a large mixing bowl.
  • Add the lemon juice, olive oil, and sumac powder to the bowl, then toss everything together until well combined.
  • Serve immediately as a fresh and flavourful side dish or incorporate it into a main meal by adding goat’s cheese and a slice of bread.

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