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Beet and Carrot Salad With Curry Dressing and Pistachios

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Beet and Carrot Salad with Curry
Photo by Marcus Nilsson

Smaller beets are ideal for this since the rounds will fit neatly on the end of a fork.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    8 servings

Ingredients

1/2 cup pistachios
1 teaspoon plus 1/2 cup olive oil
Kosher salt
1 tablespoon curry powder
2 garlic cloves, finely grated
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
4 small beets (any color), peeled, thinly sliced on a mandoline
4 medium carrots, peeled, shaved lengthwise into ribbons with a vegetable peeler
Lemon juice (for serving)

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F. Toss pistachios and 1 tsp. oil on a rimmed baking sheet; season with salt. Roast, tossing once, until pistachios are golden brown, 5–7 minutes. Let cool, then coarsely chop.

    Step 2

    Meanwhile, bring curry powder and remaining 1/2 cup oil to a simmer in a small saucepan over medium heat, swirling occasionally. Let cool.

    Step 3

    Blend garlic, vinegar, and mustard in a blender, then, with motor running, stream in curry oil. Blend until dressing is very smooth and thick; season with salt.

    Step 4

    Toss beets and half of dressing in a medium bowl; season with salt. Let sit until beets soften slightly, 8–10 minutes.

    Step 5

    Add carrots and remaining dressing and toss to combine; season with salt and lemon juice. Serve topped with pistachios.

  2. Do Ahead

    Step 6

    Curry dressing can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and chill.

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