Yes, beets can be eaten raw. Raw beets have a crisp texture and a slightly sweet flavor that work well in salads. If you want to make a salad with raw beets, just make sure to peel them, and then julienne, cut them into thin slices, or grate them finely because they are very crunchy. For this beetroot walnut feta salad, roasting is my preferred method, but you can use raw beetroot if you would like!