Best 6 Mixed Herring Salad Recipes

Mixed herring salad is a classic Scandinavian dish that is often served as an appetizer or main course. It is made with a variety of herring, typically pickled or marinated, and other ingredients such as potatoes, onions, apples, and beets. The salad is typically dressed with a vinaigrette or sour cream dressing. Mixed herring salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed year-round. It is perfect for a summer picnic or a winter holiday party.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

HERRING SALAD

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This is a chilled marinated German salad with pickled herring, potatoes, and other ingredients served over lettuce. Makes an excellent side dish or first course for other German foods. Note that the prep time does not include marination time.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories Potato

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 (8 ounce) jar herring in wine sauce, drained and cut into 1/2 inch slices
2 medium potatoes, peeled,diced,cooked (3 cups)
2 medium onions, minced (1 cup)
1 tart apple, pared,cored,and diced (1 cup)
1 cup diced cooked beet
3/4 cup finely chopped dill pickle
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons water
1/8 teaspoon pepper
lettuce leaf
1 egg, hard-cooked,sliced

Steps:

Combine herring, potatoes, onion, apple, beets, and pickle in a large bowl.
Mix together vinegar, sugar, water and pepper in a cup; mix well.
Pour over salad and toss gently; cover.
Refrigerate for at least 4-5 hours for all flavors to blend, tossing once or twice.
To serve, mound salad on lettuce leaves and garnish with egg slices.

MIXED HERRING SALAD

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Provided by Marlene Van Beek

Categories Salad Egg Fish Fruit Potato Quick & Easy Lunch Apple Beet Fall Bon Appétit Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher Diabetes-Friendly

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
8 boiling potatoes
2 green apples, peeled, diced
1/2 cup pickled onions, chopped
Lettuce leaves
1 12-ounce jar wine herring snacks, drained
1 16-ounce can whole baby beets, drained, diced
2 hard-boiled eggs, shelled, sliced

Steps:

Combine first 4 ingredients in small bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
Place potatoes in large pan. Add cold water to cover. Boil until tender but not mushy. Drain. Cool completely. Peel and dice potatoes. Place potatoes, apples and onions in large bowl. Add enough dressing to season to taste and toss well. Line large plate with lettuce leaves. Mound salad in center of plate. Arrange herring, beets and eggs around salad. Serve salad, passing remaining dressing separately.

HERRING SALAD

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Provided by Robert Farrar Capon

Categories salads and dressings

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

6 or 8 herring fillets pickled in dill sauce, diced
1/4 cup vinegar
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 to 2 tablespoons sugar
1 cup cooked beef, veal, lamb or pork, diced
1 cup cooked beets, diced
1 cup cooked potatoes, diced
2 sweet gherkins, diced
2 peeled, cored apples, diced
1 cup unsweetened, lightly salted whipped cream or 1 cup mayonnaise delicately colored with beet juice
2 or 3 hard-cooked eggs, sliced
6 or more cherry tomatoes, halved
Parsley for garnish

Steps:

Mix first nine ingredients thoroughly, pack into 6-cup fishshaped mold (or other suitable mold) that has been rinsed with cold water and refrigerate.
Unmold salad onto platter, cover completely with whipped cream or mayonnaise and decorate with sliced eggs, tomatoes and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 252, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 24 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 297 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SEVEN LAYER MIXED UP SALAD

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This recipe is a quick and easy alternative to the traditional 7 layer salad. Great for summer get togethers.

Provided by triplesec

Categories Salad

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 (10 ounce) package frozen green peas, thawed and drained
⅔ cup sour cream
½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
½ cup chopped green onions
½ cup chopped celery
½ cup grape tomatoes
1 ounce bacon pieces
salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon dry ranch salad dressing mix

Steps:

In a large bowl, gently mix the peas, sour cream, Cheddar cheese, green onions, celery, tomatoes, and bacon pieces. Season with salt, pepper, and dry ranch salad dressing mix. Chill at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.4 calories, Carbohydrate 9.4 g, Cholesterol 26.7 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 350.3 mg, Sugar 3 g

HERRING SALAD, SWEDISH STYLE

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Make and share this Herring Salad, Swedish Style recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Boo Chef in West Te

Categories European

Time 10m

Yield 1 salad, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 (1 lb) can pickled beet, sliced and diced small drain and reserve liquid
2 pickled herring, pieces 6 oz jars wine-flavored drained and diced small
1 green apple, cored and diced small (unpeeled)
1/2 lb new potato, cooked and diced small (unpeeled)
1/2 cup finely diced cooked beef or 1/2 cup veal
2 tablespoons yellow onions, peeled and diced small
1/3 cup finely chopped dill pickle
6 tablespoons reserved beet liquid
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
1 -2 tablespoon sugar
1 pinch fresh ground black pepper
salt
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 hard-boiled egg yolks, chopped or grated

Steps:

Mix all of the ingredients for the salad in a salad bowl. Blend all of the dressing ingredients except the whipping cream. Stir the dressing into the salt. Whip the cream and gently fold into the salad. Garnish with the chopped or grated egg yolk.

MIXED HERB SALAD DRESSING

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This oil and vinegar dressing, seasoned with onion and a handful of herbs, will perk up any combination of greens you choose. Mom liked to mix salad and field greens. -Rosemarie Forcum White Stone, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 5m

Yield 2/3 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

6 tablespoons white wine vinegar
6 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon each minced chives, chervil and tarragon
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
Assorted salad greens

Steps:

In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, oil, onion and seasoning until blended. Serve with salad greens.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

Use the freshest herring possible. Fresh herring will have a firm texture and a mild, briny flavor. Avoid using frozen herring, as it will be less flavorful and may have a stronger fishy taste.
Herring can be salted, smoked, or pickled before using in a salad. Salting herring helps to preserve it and gives it a slightly salty flavor. Smoking herring gives it a smoky flavor and a firmer texture. Pickling herring gives it a tangy flavor and a slightly softer texture.
Be sure to remove the bones from the herring before using it in a salad. Herring bones can be very sharp and can easily get stuck in your throat. To remove the bones, use a sharp knife to cut along the backbone of the herring and then carefully remove the bones with your fingers.
Herring salad can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. It can also be used as a sandwich filling or wrap filling.
Herring salad is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. You can add different vegetables, herbs, and spices to create a unique flavor profile.

Conclusion:

Herring salad is a delicious and nutritious dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give herring salad a try. You won't be disappointed!