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Chilled Beet Salad

Name: Chilled Beet Salad
Prep time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 2 servings.
Ingredients: 1/2 pound fresh beets; 1/4 small red onion; 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1 tablespoon canola oil; 1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil; 1 small garlic clove, minced; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper

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Prep: 45 min. + chilling

Makes

2 servings

We enjoy fresh beets all summer long. This ruby-red dish is an excellent change from the typical tossed salad and pairs well with any sandwich and entree.

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Ingredients

1/2 pound fresh beets
1/4 small red onion
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon canola oil
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil
1 small garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Directions

Scrub beets and trim tops to 1 in. Place in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30-60 minutes or until tender. Remove from the water; cool.
Peel beets and thinly slice. Transfer to a small bowl. Add the remaining ingredients; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

Nutrition Facts

2/3 cup: 105 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 340mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable.

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