Swedish Beet Salad
Brighten up your table with the vibrant colors and bold flavors of Swedish Beet Salad, a classic Nordic dish that combines tender, earthy beets with crisp apple, tangy dill pickles, and a creamy, tangy dressing. This simple yet sophisticated recipe is quick to prepare, taking only 20 minutes, and features healthy, wholesome ingredients like cooked beets, red onion, and a hint of Dijon mustard for added zest. Serve it chilled as a refreshing side dish alongside roasted meats or fish, or as a topping for rye bread to create the ultimate open-face sandwich. With its eye-catching pink hue and delightful balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors, this beet salad is a must-try for fans of Scandinavian cuisine. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or everyday meals, this dish is a celebration of freshness and simplicity with a flavorful twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized beets (cooked and peeled)
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 1 medium apple (preferably tart, like Granny Smith)
- 2 small dill pickles
- 4 tablespoons sour cream
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Start by cooking the beets (boiled or roasted) if they are not pre-cooked. Once tender, allow them to cool, then peel the skin off using your hands or a small knife.
Dice the cooked beets into small, bite-sized cubes and place them into a large mixing bowl.
Finely chop the red onion, core and dice the apple, and finely chop the dill pickles. Add these ingredients to the bowl with the beets.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Pour the dressing over the beet mixture and gently fold everything together until the beets are well coated. Be careful not to overmix to avoid breaking down the beets too much.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. This step also enhances the vibrant color of the salad.
Before serving, garnish with chopped fresh dill, if desired.
Serve chilled as a side dish with meat or fish, or use as a topping for rye bread or open-faced sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
690 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.2 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.5 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 54 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 1821 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.9 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.0 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 63.5 g | ||
| Protein | 12.3 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 184 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1955 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
