Baltic Sea Herring Salad (Räksallad)
Räksallad, also known as Baltic Sea Herring Salad, is a classic dish from Northern European cuisine. This refreshing salad features the delicate flavors of herring, combined with fresh vegetables and a creamy dressing.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Baltic Sea herring fillets, deboned and diced
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the herring, cucumber, red onion, and dill.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the herring mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 0 minutes
- Total time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking method
- No cooking required
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 15g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Fat
- 18g
Supplies
Large mixing bowl Small mixing bowl Whisk
Tools
Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve the Räksallad as a light lunch or as a side dish with grilled meats.
Tips & tricks
For best results, use fresh Baltic Sea herring fillets and allow the salad to chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Cost
$15