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Shaved Beet Salad

Recipe information

  • Yield

    serves 4

Ingredients

1 pound beets, trimmed and peeled
1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest plus 2 tablespoons orange juice
2 teaspoons white-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon sugar
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Using a mandoline or sharp chef’s knife, slice beets into very thin rounds.

    Step 2

    In a large bowl, whisk together orange zest and juice, vinegar, oil, and sugar; season with salt and pepper. Add beets, and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

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