Nordic Winter Salad: Roasted Beetroot and Pickled Herring (Nordisk Vintersalat: Ristede Rødbeter og Syltet Sild)

The Nordic Winter Salad brings together the flavors of the season with roasted beetroot and pickled herring, creating a delightful combination of sweet and savory tastes.

Nordic Winter Salad: Roasted Beetroot and Pickled Herring (Nordisk Vintersalat: Ristede Rødbeter og Syltet Sild)

Ingredients

  • 4 medium-sized beetroots, peeled and cut into wedges
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 200g pickled herring fillets
  • 1 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 4 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon whole grain mustard
  • 100g mixed salad greens

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. In a bowl, toss the beetroot wedges with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
  3. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, honey, and whole grain mustard. Add the sliced red onion and pickled herring fillets, tossing to coat. Let it marinate for 10 minutes.
  4. Arrange the mixed salad greens on a serving platter. Top with the roasted beetroot and the pickled herring mixture.
  5. Serve the Nordic Winter Salad immediately and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
15g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Baking sheet Bowl Whisk Serving platter

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Nordic Winter Salad as a starter for a festive dinner or as a light lunch accompanied by rye bread.

Tips & tricks

For an extra touch, sprinkle some chopped dill over the salad before serving.

Cost

$15