Best 2 Finnish Beet Salad Recipes
The classic Finnish beet salad is a refreshingly delicious and nutritious dish that is a staple in Finnish cuisine. Made with grated beets, carrots, and apples, the salad is dressed in a sweet and tangy vinaigrette and is often served as a side dish or as part of a smörgåsbord. The earthy sweetness of the beets, the crunchy texture of the carrots, and the tartness of the apples come together to create a harmonious and flavorful salad. Whether you are looking for a healthy and colorful addition to your next meal or a traditional Finnish dish to enjoy, this Finnish beet salad recipe is sure to satisfy your taste buds.
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FINNISH BEET SALAD
This salad is made in Finland in two ways: either with herring (rosolli) or without (punajuurisalaatti). It's my favorite beet salad, and although I've never made it including the herring I'm sure it would be tasty that way, too! Based on a recipe from "The Finnish Cookbook" by Beatrice A. Ojakangas. First prepared in our household by my husband Mike. :)
Provided by Julesong
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Combine the potatoes, apples, carrots, onion, pickles, white pepper, and herring (if you're using it).
- Mix together the sour cream with the lemon juice, beet juice, salt, and sugar until well blended to make the sour cream dressing.
- Traditionally (and this is how you would want to make it for a dinner party), just before serving you would carefully add the beets- because if the beets are added too long before serving, the salad will turn a deep pink, whereas some people prefer it tinted only mildly pink; then you would turn into a salad bowl lined with crisp lettuce and serve chilled with the sour cream dressing mixture on the side.
- However, I make the salad for picnics and potlucks and so I mix it all together - not worrying about any steps in preparation - just stir it all together at once, put it in the serving container, put crumbled bacon over the top, and let it chill for at least an hour before I let anybody at it; it comes out nicely bright pink, which I find attractive and kids like.
- For Vegetarian option omit the fish and the bacon.
FINNISH BEET SALAD
Beets are used a lot in Russian and Finnish cooking. This has a sweet and sour flavor that is very enjoyable. For a little crunch, garnish with cooked, crumbled bacon. If you don't have fresh beets, you may use store boughten canned beets, whole or chunked. I wouldn't recommend the sliced beets, as they crumble too easily.
Provided by Krsi Sue
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut off beet tops, leaving about 2" left in place.
- Heat water and salt to boiling and add beets.
- Bring back to a boil, reduce heat to medium.
- Cover and cook about 45 minutes.
- Remove hot beets and plunge into a sink full of icy cold water.
- Slip off the beet skins and root end.
- Cut beets into 1/4" chunks.
- In medium saucepan, mix brown sugar, cornstarch, 1/2 tsp salt and pepper.
- Stir orange juice in gradually, while whisking to combine the cornstarch mix.
- Cook slowly, stirring constantly until mixture is thick and boiling.
- Stir in beets and heat until hot.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 67, Fat 0.2, Sodium 929.3, Carbohydrate 15.7, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 12.2, Protein 1.4
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-cooked beets. You can find these in the refrigerated section of most grocery stores.
- If you're using fresh beets, be sure to scrub them well before cooking. You can also peel them, but this is not necessary.
- To make the vinaigrette, simply whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, honey, and mustard. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- For a more flavorful salad, roast the beets before adding them to the salad. To roast the beets, preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Toss the beets with olive oil and salt and pepper. Roast for 30-40 minutes, or until the beets are tender.
- Feel free to add other ingredients to your salad, such as crumbled goat cheese, chopped walnuts, or dried cranberries.
Conclusion:
Finnish beet salad is a delicious and healthy salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a new salad recipe, be sure to give Finnish beet salad a try!
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