Baltic Smoked Mackerel Salad (Baltijos kūpinėta silkės salotos)
Baltijos kūpinėta silkės salotos, or Baltic Smoked Mackerel Salad, is a traditional dish from the Baltic cuisines that combines the rich flavors of smoked mackerel with fresh vegetables and a tangy dressing. This salad is perfect for a light and refreshing meal, and it's easy to prepare.
Ingredients
- 200g smoked mackerel fillets, flaked
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the flaked smoked mackerel, sliced cucumber, sliced red onion, diced tomatoes, and chopped fresh dill.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the Baltic Smoked Mackerel Salad chilled and enjoy!
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
- 250
- Protein
- 20g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Large mixing bowl Small bowl Whisk
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the Baltic Smoked Mackerel Salad as a light lunch or as a side dish with grilled meats.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, you can add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to the dressing.
Cost
$15