Spicy Raw Beet Slaw with Citrus, Scallions and Arugula Recipe

Name: Spicy Raw Beet Slaw with Citrus, Scallions and Arugula
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest; 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; Salt; 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds; 2 pounds medium beets, peeled and cut into fine julienne (see Note); 12 scallions, thinly sliced; 1 jalapeno, seeded and minced; 5 ounces baby arugula

Servings: persons

2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Salt
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds
2 pounds medium beets, peeled and cut into fine julienne (see Note)
12 scallions, thinly sliced
1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
5 ounces baby arugula

1
In a bowl, combine the garlic, lemon and lime juices, orange and lemon zests and cayenne pepper and let stand for 10 minutes.
2
Stir in the olive oil and season with salt.
3
In a skillet, toast the cumin and caraway seeds over moderate heat until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4
Let cool completely, then grind coarsely in a spice mill or mortar.
5
In a bowl, toss the ground spices with the beets, scallions and jalapeno.
6
Add the dressing and toss again to coat.
7
Season with salt.
8
Spread the arugula on a platter.
9
Mound the beet slaw on top and serve.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 garlic cloves, minced, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest, and more.

Yes, Spicy Raw Beet Slaw with Citrus, Scallions and Arugula falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Spicy Raw Beet Slaw with Citrus, Scallions and Arugula

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