Ukrainian Salat Vinaigrette (Beet Salad)

A delicious Ukrainian beet salad! Great with meat and poultry dishes (especially Chicken Kyiv) with a side of mashed potatoes! The preparation takes some time, but I really like the salad! It is one of the few salads popular in Ukraine that doesn't contain mayonnaise! Enjoy!

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 60 mins
• Calories: 68 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, minced
• 1 pound carrots
• 1 pound potatoes
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (Optional)
• 1 pound beets
• 1 (8 ounce) can peas, drained
• 2 large dill pickles, diced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place the beets into a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes. Add the carrots and potatoes. Boil for another 10 minutes, then cover the pot and leave overnight.

Step 2

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