VEGAN DAY: Tunisian Beet Salad With Harissa

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Tunisian Beet Salad With Harissa

 

Recipe By : The Mediterranean Vegan Kitchen, Donna Klein, page 68

Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00

Categories : Salads, Vegetable Vegetables

 

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method

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3 pounds small beets -- (20 to 24),

trimmed and scrubbed -- halved lengthwise

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

1 bunch thinly sliced scallions -- (6 to 8)

white and half the green parts

1/4 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

1 large garlic clove -- finely chopped

1 teaspoon harissa or Chinese chile paste

OR crushed hot red pepper flakes -- to taste

1 teaspoon red wine vinegar

Salt and freshly ground black pepper -- to taste

 

MAKES 4 TO 6 SERVINGS

 

The sweetness of roasted beets contrasts nicely with fiery harissa in this

lovely salad from Tunisia. For a complete meal, serve over couscous.

 

Preheat the oven to 425F (220C). Place the beets on a baking sheet with a

rim and toss with 1/2 tablespoon of the oil. Turn the halved beets cut

side down. Cover the baking sheet tightly with foil. Bake for 30 minutes,

or until the beets are very tender when pierced with the tip of a sharp

knife. Remove from the oven, uncover, and let cool for 5 minutes. Peel

off the skins and cut into 1/4-inch cubes. Set aside.

 

In a medium serving bowl, place the scallions, parsley garlic, harissa,

vinegar, remaining oil, salt, and pepper; stir well to combine. Add the

beets, tossing well to combine. Serve slightly warm or at room temperature.

 

Advance Preparation: The salad can be stored, covered, in the refrigerator

for up to twenty-four hours. Bring to room temperature before serving.

 

Cook's Tip: In a pinch, you can substitute drained and rinsed canned whole

beets, cubed and warmed, for the fresh. Skip the first step in the recipe,

thereby omitting 1/2 tablespoon of the olive oil.

 

PER SERVING: Calories 173, Protein 5g, Total Fat 7g, Saturated Fat 1g,

Cholesterol 0mg, Carbohydrate 25g, Dietary Fiber 7g, Sodium 186mg.

 

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