Pair this festive Indian salad alongside your Indian meals. Julienne beetroot, carrot and apple are all dressed in a chilli Indian salad dressing. I've finished the salad off with jewelled pomegranate arils and pistachios for a super festive touch.

festive indian salad served in an oval serving tray.

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Brighten up your Diwali spread with a salad that’s as stunning as it is refreshing!

This vibrant, festive salad combines julienned carrots, beetroots, and crisp apples tossed in a zesty chili-lime dressing that’s equal parts tangy and spicy. Each bite is an explosion of flavour, with the sweetness of the fruits balancing the slight heat from the dressing.

To make it truly special, it’s finished with a sprinkle of juicy pomegranate arils and crunchy pistachios, adding a touch of luxury and color that mirrors the spirit of Diwali.

Whether served as a side or a fresh centrepiece, this salad is sure to leave a lasting impression.

For a super simple side salad, you may also like Kachumber and Indian onion salad.

For Christmas, you can try this Winter Slaw that's made with kale.

Indian diwali salad served in a tray next to salad dressing bowl.

Ingredients notes

Carrots - cut into julienne. I used a food processor.

Beetroot - you need raw beetroot for this recipe.

Apple - you can also sub in pear instead of apple here.

Pomegranate - pomegranate seeds add

Nuts - I've gone for toasted pistachio nuts but you could use any nuts you like. Toasting them extracts a delicious flavour.

Indian Salad Dressing - I've used this slightly spicy and tangy Indian salad dressing.

Serving

Serve it as part of your Diwali menu. It pairs well with Indian curries and fits well in a festive thali.

It's easy to serve at dinner parties, BBQs, and even Thanksgiving.

Storage

This salad is best eaten on the day. If preparing in advance, mix together just before serving to prevent colour bleeding from the beetroot. Dress with the salad dressing only before serving.

Leftovers can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container and eaten within 1 day.

festive salad for diwali served with two serving spoons.

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