Raw beet and carrot slaw
Raw beet and carrot slaw is a vibrant, crunchy salad made from finely shredded or julienned raw beets and carrots, often tossed with a light vinaigrette or citrus dressing. It's a popular side dish in many health-conscious and modern American cuisines, with roots in various European and Scandinavian raw vegetable preparations.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is low in fat and protein but can be moderate in carbohydrates from the natural sugars in the vegetables. It's an excellent source of fiber, vitamin A (from carrots), folate, and manganese (from beets), with a typical serving containing around 80-120 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 58 kcal |
| Protein | 1.8 g |
| Carbs | 13.5 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| Fiber | 3.8 g |
| Sugar | 7.9 g |
| Sodium | 95 mg |
| Potassium | 430 mg |
| Folate | 148 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 12 mg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin A | 1060 IU |
| Iron | 0.9 mg |
| Magnesium | 28 mg |
| Phosphorus | 54 mg |
Per 1 cup (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The slaw's striking magenta color comes from betalains in beets, which are potent antioxidants not found in many other foods. Nutritionally, eating the vegetables raw preserves their heat-sensitive nutrients and enzymes, making it a particularly nutrient-dense preparation.
