Ukrainian Salat Vinaigrette (Beet Salad)

This vinaigrette beet salad with carrots, peas, and pototoes is popular in Ukraine. Dill pickles, onion, and parsley are mild but perfect seasonings.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
• Calories: 68 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1 onion, minced
• 1 pound carrots
• 1 pound potatoes
• 1 pound beets
• 1 (8 ounce) can peas, drained
• 2 large dill pickles, diced
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place beets into a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes. Add carrots and potatoes; boil for 10 more minutes. Remove from the heat and leave the pot covered, 8 hours to overnight.

Step 2

Peel and dice beets, carrots, and potatoes into small, even pieces. Place vegetables into a large bowl. Stir in onion, peas, pickles, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Garnish with parsley before serving.