Bright Beet Salad
While we prefer watercress, this tasty slow-and-low-cooked dish can be combined with any type of raw, leafy greens. It’s not only a versatile salad; it’s also stunningly beautiful.
Gluten Free
Low Sugar
Nut Free
Soy Free
All of our recipes are oil free and vegan.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 45 minutes
Yield: 4-6 servings
What You'll Need
4 beets, peeled and cubed
1 pear, cubed
1 yellow onion, chopped
1 lemon, juiced
½ bunch watercress, roughly chopped
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How to Make It
1 Place the chopped yellow onions into a pot.
2 Layer the beets and pears on top.
3 Cook on low heat for 45 minutes. There is no need for stirring.
4 When the beets are soft, strain out the liquid.
5 Allow to cool.
6 In a large salad bowl, toss in the beets, pears, and onions with the washed watercress.
7 Add lemon juice and serve.
Cooking Tips
Serve with leafy greens of choice.
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