ROSOLLI - FINNISH BEETROOT SALAD

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A colourful, traditional Christmas salad. This recipe comes from the Häme area and is all vegetarian - some versions of this salad also include herring! You can use pickled beetroot instead of boiled if you prefer.

Provided by stormylee

Categories     Potato

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 beetroots
3 carrots
3 potatoes
1 onion
2 tart apples
1 gherkin
1 teaspoon salt
1 pinch white pepper
200 ml heavy cream
1 teaspoon white vinegar
2 teaspoons beet juice
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 pinch salt
1 pinch white pepper

Steps:

  • Boil beetroots, carrots and potatoes in separate pots, in their skins, until just cooked. Let cool, peel and chop.
  • Chop gherkin and peeled apples.
  • Mince onion.
  • Layer ingredients in a bowl, starting and finishing with beetroot. Sprinkle a little bit of salt and white pepper on each layer.
  • Mix ingredients when the salad is on the table, ready to serve.
  • To make dressing: whip cream until thickened (it should be not be stiff!) and mix in the rest of the ingredients. Serve on the side.

sonam chauhan
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This salad is a must-try for anyone who loves beets.


Himanshu Gaming
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I'm excited to try this salad with different variations of vegetables.


Omote Joy
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I'm going to try this recipe for my next party.


sunday louis
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This salad is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables.


Johnny Eric
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I've never had Finnish food before, but this salad has me intrigued. I can't wait to try it!


Mubangizi Josephat
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Selen Foroghi
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I love that this salad can be made ahead of time. It's so convenient for busy weeknights.


Omar “Scorpio” Gamez
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I made this salad for Christmas dinner and it was a huge success. It's so festive and delicious.


JOSEPH HENNING
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I'm not a big fan of beets, but I really enjoyed this salad. The other vegetables and the dressing balance out the beet flavor perfectly.


reesie 2424
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This salad was a hit at my last dinner party. Everyone loved it!


Najib Abdullahi
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I will definitely be making this salad again. It's a new favorite!


Arsalan Gul
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious side dish.


traveling to fun south Africa
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This salad is so easy to make. I love that I can throw all the ingredients in a bowl and have it ready in no time.


Baba Nusren
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I love the beautiful color of this salad. It's so festive and perfect for a holiday table.


Sarah Hermon
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with nutrients and antioxidants.


Royce Kingston
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The dressing is simple but flavorful. I love the hint of sweetness from the sugar and the tanginess from the vinegar.


Mohiuddin alhabibiby
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I love the combination of vegetables in this salad. The beets, carrots, and potatoes are all perfectly cooked and have a great texture.


Amoh
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This is the perfect salad to bring to a potluck or party. It's easy to make ahead of time and always a crowd-pleaser.


Divya Raee
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I've never had Rosolli before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's so unique and refreshing, and I love the beautiful color it brings to the table.


Frozen Grim
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This salad is a delightful symphony of flavors! The sweetness of the beets, the tanginess of the vinegar, and the crunch of the vegetables create a perfect balance in every bite.