Rosolli Finnish Beetroot Salad Recipe

Experience the vibrant flavors of Christmas with this traditional Rosolli beetroot salad from the Häme region of Finland! This vegetarian recipe boasts a stunning array of colors and textures, featuring tender beets, crisp apples, and crunchy gherkins. While some versions include herring, this recipe focuses on the delightful vegetarian heart of the dish. Easily adaptable – use pre-pickled beets for a shortcut! Impress your guests with this unique and delicious side dish, perfect for holiday gatherings or any special occasion.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 198.8 kcal
Protein 6g
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Ingredients for Rosolli Finnish Beetroot Salad

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How to Make Rosolli Finnish Beetroot Salad

  1. Boil beetroots, carrots, and potatoes separately in their skins until tender (about 20-25 minutes for beets, 15-20 minutes for carrots and potatoes).
  2. Remove from heat, let cool slightly, then peel and chop all vegetables into roughly 1cm pieces.
  3. Finely chop the gherkins and dice the peeled apple.
  4. Finely mince the red onion.
  5. In a large bowl, layer the ingredients, beginning and ending with a layer of beetroot. Sprinkle a little salt and white pepper on each layer.
  6. Gently toss the salad just before serving to combine all layers.
  7. To make the dressing: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until thickened. Add sugar, white wine vinegar, and Dijon mustard. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  8. Serve the Rosolli salad immediately, alongside the creamy dressing for guests to add as desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

37g

Fat

28g

Carbs

9g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Rosolli Finnish Beetroot Salad?

Rosolli Finnish Beetroot Salad takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Rosolli Finnish Beetroot Salad?

Rosolli Finnish Beetroot Salad has approximately 198.8 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 14 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Rosolli Finnish Beetroot Salad?

The key ingredients for Rosolli Finnish Beetroot Salad are Beetroots, Carrots, Potatoes, Onion, Tart Apples, Gherkin. See the full list with measurements above.

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