Lithuanian Beet Salad (Lietuviška burokėlių salotos)
Lietuviška burokėlių salotos, or Lithuanian Beet Salad, is a traditional dish that is popular in Lithuanian cuisine. This vibrant and flavorful salad is a perfect combination of earthy beets, tangy pickles, and creamy mayonnaise, making it a refreshing and satisfying side dish.
Ingredients
- 3 medium beets, cooked, peeled, and diced
- 3 large pickles, diced
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the diced beets, pickles, red onion, and chopped eggs.
- Add the mayonnaise and mix until all the ingredients are well coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Protein
- 3g
- Fat
- 7g
Supplies
Large mixing bowl Spoon
Tools
Knife Cutting board Pot for boiling beets
Serving suggestions
Lietuviška burokėlių salotos can be served as a side dish with grilled meats, fish, or as a topping for rye bread.
Tips & tricks
For a twist, you can add a tablespoon of horseradish to the mayonnaise for an extra kick of flavor.
Cost
$5