🧂 Ingredients
- 500 g Beets(boiled or roasted until tender)
- 300 g Potatoes(boiled until tender)
- 200 g Carrots(boiled until tender)
- 150 g Pickled cucumbers(diced)
- 100 g Pickled herring or anchovies(diced (optional))
- 3 large Hard-boiled eggs(chopped)
- 1/2 medium Onion(finely chopped)
- 2 tbsp Fresh dill(chopped)
- 200 ml Sour cream or crème fraîche
- 2 tbsp Mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Vinegar(white wine or apple cider)
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper(freshly ground)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Peel and dice the cooked beets, potatoes, and carrots into small, uniform cubes.
- 2
Finely chop the pickled cucumbers, optional herring/anchovies, hard-boiled eggs, and onion.
- 3
In a large bowl, gently combine the diced root vegetables, pickles, herring (if using), eggs, and onion. Be careful not to mash the vegetables.
- 4
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the sour cream (or crème fraîche), mayonnaise, vinegar, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- 5
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all ingredients. Stir in the fresh dill.
- 6
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For a more intense beet flavor, roast the beets instead of boiling.
- ✓Ensure all vegetables are cooled before dicing and mixing.
- ✓Adjust the amount of vinegar and seasoning to your preference.
- ✓Rosolli is often served with a side of pickled beets.
🔄 Variations
- Add diced apples for a touch of sweetness.
- Substitute pickled herring with smoked salmon.
- For a vegan version, omit the eggs and herring, and use a vegan sour cream alternative.