Heal the Heart Raw Beet Salad

Beets are my absolute favorite root veggie and lucky for me, they grow wonderfully here on Kauai. I know not everyone is down for the earthy flavor of raw beets, but this dish adds just the right amount of sweetness and crunch to please just abut anyone!

Try it and let me know what you think!

Ingredients

3-4 beets, depending on size

3 medium size carrots

1 cup of fresh chopped herbs, cilantro or parsley are best

1 C raw pumpkin seeds

3 tablespoons lemon juice or fresh squeezed citrus juice

2 tablespoons olive oil

a dash of maple syrup, to taste

salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Shred the beets and carrots into a bowl. Add the chopped herbs and pumpkin seeds, and mix it all together well. Now, add the citrus juice, olive oil, and maple syrup and mix well. You can taste test it and adjust if it needs more of any of the seasonings.

Congratulations, you just created a nutritional powerhouse of a meal and your body will thank you. Enjoy!