Spiralized beet slaw with lime and pepitas
2
Points®
Total time: 25 min • Prep: 25 min • Cook: 0 min • Serves: 12 • Difficulty: Easy
Your new favorite slaw recipe takes only 25 minutes to prepare and feeds a crowd. Full of vibrant color and delicious flavors and textures, this recipe will transform your thoughts about beets in both taste and preparation. The earthy beets pair perfectly with the zing of the lime vinaigrette. The hispanic-inspired flavors of cumin and lime brighten the slaw and pair beautifully with the creamy brine of the cheese and crunchy toasted pumpkin seeds. Pair with a roasted chicken breast for an easy meal or some grilled pork tenderloin. Make this the vegetable component of your next taco night and surprise your family and friends with a veggie-full game changer. Mix in some spring greens and top with shredded chicken for an easy and flavorful dinner salad.
Ingredients
Lime zest
1 tsp, grated
Fresh lime juice
2 Tbsp
Olive oil
1 Tbsp
Garlic
1 clove(s), crushed through a garlic press
Cumin seeds
1 tsp, crushed
Table salt
½ tsp
Black pepper
¼ tsp, freshly ground
Uncooked beets
3 medium, peeled (about 3/4 lb)
Red cabbage
2 cup(s), thinly sliced
Scallions
2 medium, thinly sliced
Fresh oregano
3 Tbsp, chopped
Queso cotija
6 Tbsp, or Parmesan cheese, coarsely shredded
Oil roasted salted pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
3 Tbsp, (pumpkin seeds)
Instructions
1
In a large bowl, whisk together lime zest and juice, oil, garlic, cumin, salt and pepper.
2
Spiralize beets; add to dressing.
3
Add cabbage, scallions and oregano to beets; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese and pepitas; serve.
4
Serving size: 1/2 c slaw
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