Ingredients

  • 5 large fresh beets
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 4 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
  • 4 teaspoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons vinegar
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 4 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped to garnish

Method

  • Boil the beets until tender.
  • When beets are cool enough to handle, peel, dice, and place in a salad bowl.
  • Stir in garlic, cilantro, chives, olive oil, vinegar, salt and pepper.
  • Chill for at least 1 hour.
  • Stir, sprinkle with parsley and serve.