Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and revolutionize your perception of salads! This stunning Shaved Carrots, Beets, and Snap Peas Salad with Orange Miso Dressing is not just a dish—it's a vibrant masterpiece that combines elegant technique, bold flavors, and nutritional powerhouse ingredients. Imagine delicate vegetable shavings dancing with a zesty, umami-rich dressing that promises to elevate your home cooking from ordinary to extraordinary in just 15 minutes!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: Fusion
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 medium carrots, shaved
- 1 medium beet, peeled and shaved
- 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons miso paste
- 1 orange, juiced
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and prepare all vegetables thoroughly. Peel the carrots and beet, using a vegetable peeler or mandoline to create thin, delicate shavings.
- Trim the ends of the snap peas and slice them diagonally into thin strips to create an elegant presentation.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the miso paste, freshly squeezed orange juice, rice vinegar, and olive oil until the dressing is smooth and well combined.
- Season the dressing with salt and freshly ground black pepper, tasting and adjusting the seasoning as needed.
- In a large salad bowl, gently combine the shaved carrots, shaved beets, and sliced snap peas, being careful not to bruise the delicate vegetable shavings.
- Drizzle the orange miso dressing over the vegetables, using just enough to lightly coat the ingredients without overwhelming them.
- Toss the salad gently to ensure even distribution of the dressing and to prevent the beets from staining the other vegetables too much.
- Let the salad sit for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.
- Plate the salad immediately, ensuring an attractive presentation that showcases the vibrant colors of the vegetables.
Tips
- Use a sharp vegetable peeler or mandoline for uniform, paper-thin vegetable shavings that ensure a delicate texture.
- Work quickly when preparing beets to minimize color bleeding onto other vegetables.
- Choose fresh, firm vegetables for the best crunch and visual appeal.
- Taste your miso dressing and adjust seasoning gradually—miso can be quite salty.
- Serve immediately after dressing to maintain the crisp texture of the vegetables.
- For extra elegance, chill your serving plates beforehand to keep the salad cool and fresh.
- If you prefer a less vibrant presentation, you can shave the beets separately and add them last.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 85kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
