2 medium Beets, peeled and cubed
2 medium Carrots, sliced diagonally
1 cup Peas, fresh or frozen
1 medium Cucumber, peel, seed, & cube
DRESSING
6 tbsp Vegetable oil
3 tbsp Fresh lime juice
2 tbsp Fresh cilantro, chopped
1 Clove garlic, minced or pressed
Salt, to taste
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Lightly steam the beets, carrots, andpeas in separate batches until justtender, but still right in color.Mix them in a large bowl and add thecucumber. Combine the dressingingredients. Toss the vegetables withthe dressing and chill.
NOTES : This quick and easy vegetable side dish challenges the heavy, fast-food image of Mexican fare. Mix up this salad, and venture beyond rice and beans! |
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