BEET AND PARSLEY SALAD

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Active time: 25 min Start to finish: 25 min

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 medium beets without greens
1 cup packed fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon sugar, or to taste
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
a Japanese Benriner* or other adjustable-blade slicer

Steps:

  • Trim and peel raw beets, then cut into very thin slices (1/16 inch thick) with slicer. Make small stacks of slices and cut each stack with a sharp knife into very thin strips (1/16 inch thick).
  • Toss beets with parsley, salt, sugar, and pepper in a serving bowl until sugar is dissolved. Add oil and toss to coat. Sprinkle vinegar on salad and toss again. Serve immediately.
  • *Available at Asian markets, some cookware shops, and Uwajimaya (800-889-8801).

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