Balkanabat Beet Salad (Balkanabat Pancar Salatası)
Balkanabat Pancar Salatası, or Balkanabat Beet Salad, is a refreshing and nutritious salad from Turkmen Cuisine. This vibrant dish is perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish for a hearty meal.
Ingredients
- 3 medium beets, cooked, peeled, and diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the diced beets, sliced red onion, and chopped parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the beet mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 0 minutes
- Total time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking method
- No cooking required
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 120 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Protein
- 3g
- Fat
- 6g
Supplies
Large mixing bowl Small bowl Whisk
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the Balkanabat Beet Salad as a side dish with grilled chicken or fish. It also pairs well with crusty bread and a glass of white wine.
Tips & tricks
For a variation, you can add some chopped walnuts or pistachios for extra crunch and flavor.
Cost
$8