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Pickled Beet Salad Recipe

Transform ordinary beets into a stunning, vibrant salad! This unique recipe combines the tangy sweetness of pickled beets with a refreshing gelatin base, creating a beautiful burgundy masterpiece. The crunchy celery and onions add a delightful textural contrast, making this salad perfect for potlucks, parties, or a special dinner. Get ready to impress your guests with this show-stopping dish!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 121.1 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pickled Beet Salad

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How to Make Pickled Beet Salad

  1. Grease an 8x8-inch glass casserole dish or a 1 1/2-quart mold.
  2. Julienne 2 cups of cooked beets into thin strips.
  3. In a small saucepan, combine 1 packet (1 ounce) unflavored gelatin, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup water.
  4. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the gelatin is completely dissolved. Remove from heat.
  5. Add enough water to your reserved beet juice to make 1 cup of liquid.
  6. Pour the beet juice into the saucepan with the gelatin mixture.
  7. Stir in 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon white vinegar, and 1 teaspoon prepared horseradish.
  8. Refrigerate until the mixture begins to thicken slightly (about 30 minutes).
  9. Gently stir in the prepared celery (or grated carrots), spring onions, and julienned beets.
  10. Refrigerate until the salad is completely set and firm (at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight).
  11. To serve, carefully unmold the salad onto a serving plate. Cut into squares and arrange on a bed of lettuce leaves.
  12. Garnish each square with 1/2 teaspoon of mayonnaise.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

90g

Fat

0g

Carbs

8g

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Occasion Low Protein Healthy Gelatin Desserts Salads Vegetables Refrigerator Potluck Low Fat Stove Top Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Low Carb Inexpensive Low In Something To Go Equipment Presentation Served Cold