Description
Russian Vinaigrette Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines earthy beets, crisp carrots, and tangy pickles for a delightful medley of flavors. Perfect as a side or a light meal, this colorful salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients. It’s an ideal choice for meal prep or special occasions, guaranteed to impress your guests with its bold taste and beautiful presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium beets (about 250g)
- 2 medium carrots (about 150g)
- 2 medium waxy potatoes (about 300g)
- 1 cup dill pickles (chopped, about 150g)
- 1 small red onion (finely chopped, about 100g)
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your vegetables by washing them thoroughly. Peel the beets and potatoes, then dice them into small cubes. Cut the carrots into similar-sized pieces.
- Boil water in separate pots with a pinch of salt. Cook beets for about 15 minutes and potatoes for about 10 minutes until tender but not mushy. Drain and let cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled beets, potatoes, diced carrots, chopped pickles, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Russian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg