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A light salad combining beetroot and carrot with lemon, providing fiber, folate and vitamin C.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 cup (chopped) of Lemon Beetroot Carrot Salad (150 g) has 59 calories. That works out to 39 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.2 g of carbs, 1.8 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 4.2 g of fiber. Its 501 µg of Vitamin A covers 56% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Lemon beetroot carrot salad brings grated or finely chopped beetroot and carrot together with lemon in a simple, vividly coloured dish. It is a flexible home-style salad rather than one tied to a single region; cooked and cooled beetroot makes it softer, while raw vegetables keep it crisp.
Beetroot brings earthy sweetness, carrot adds crunch, and lemon gives the salad a fresh tang. Serve it alongside a main meal, as part of a mezze-style spread, or as a light lunch. It is low in fat and provides fibre from the vegetables. Add chickpeas or serve it with bread for a more filling plate, and keep the dressing simple so the vegetables stay at the centre.
Selected: 100 g
39
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
8.8g
· 3% DV
Protein
1.2g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
2.8g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 84% · Protein 11% · Fat 5%
Vitamins
Vitamin A
334µg · 37% DV
Folate
43µg · 11% DV
Vitamin C
6.5mg · 7% DV
B6
0.1mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
265mg · 8% DV
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
Magnesium
19mg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
35mg · 5% DV
Very high
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 39 calories in 100 g:
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NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.03g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.09g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8:1).
To make lemon beetroot carrot salad, grate beetroot and carrot, then toss them with lemon juice, olive oil, and a little salt. Use raw beetroot for a crisp salad or boiled, cooled beetroot for a softer texture.
Either raw or cooked beetroot works in lemon beetroot carrot salad. Raw beetroot stays crunchy and has an earthy sweetness, while cooked beetroot is tender; cool it fully before mixing so it does not wilt the carrot.
Yes, lemon beetroot carrot salad can be made with raw beetroot. Peel and finely grate it so it is easier to chew, then mix it with the lemon dressing; finely grated raw beetroot also blends more evenly with carrot.
Yes, yogurt makes lemon beetroot carrot salad creamy and tangy. Stir the yogurt with a little lemon juice and olive oil, then fold it through just before serving, as the salt and vegetables can release liquid while it sits.
Grate the beetroot last and fold it gently into lemon beetroot carrot salad to limit staining. Wear kitchen gloves and use a glass or stainless-steel bowl; beetroot juice can stain hands, cloth, and some plastic utensils.
Yes, you can grate the vegetables for lemon beetroot carrot salad ahead and keep them covered in the refrigerator. Add the lemon dressing shortly before serving to preserve the crunch and avoid drawing too much liquid from the vegetables.
Lemon beetroot carrot salad keeps for about 2–3 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. If it contains yogurt, eat it sooner; discard it if it develops an off smell or an unusually soft, watery texture.
Parsley, walnuts, pomegranate seeds, or a little garlic all work well in lemon beetroot carrot salad. Chickpeas can make it more substantial, while a spoonful of yogurt creates a creamy version.
Lemon beetroot carrot salad pairs well with grilled vegetables, beans, lentils, fish, or roasted meat. Its bright, slightly sweet flavor also makes a refreshing side for richer or heavily seasoned main dishes.
Add lemon juice to lemon beetroot carrot salad shortly before serving. The acidity brightens the flavor, and keeping the dressing separate until then helps the grated carrot and beetroot stay crisp rather than releasing liquid.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.