Smoked Herring Salad (Rūkyta silkė salotos)

Rūkyta silkė salotos, or Smoked Herring Salad, is a traditional Lithuanian dish that is perfect for a light and flavorful meal. This salad is packed with protein and healthy fats, making it a nutritious and satisfying option for lunch or dinner.

Smoked Herring Salad (Rūkyta silkė salotos)

Ingredients

  • 500g smoked herring fillets
  • 4 boiled potatoes, diced
  • 1 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
  • 4 pickles, diced
  • 200g sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the smoked herring fillets, diced potatoes, sliced red onion, chopped hard-boiled eggs, and diced pickles.
  2. Add the sour cream and chopped fresh dill to the bowl, and gently toss the ingredients until everything is well coated.
  3. Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
  5. Once chilled, serve the smoked herring salad on individual plates or in a large serving bowl.

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 per serving
Protein
20g
Fat
15g
Carbohydrates
10g

Supplies

Large bowl Serving plates or bowl

Tools

Knife Cutting board Mixing spoon

Serving suggestions

Serve the smoked herring salad with a side of crusty bread or rye crackers for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For added flavor, you can sprinkle some smoked paprika or chopped chives on top of the salad before serving.

Cost

$15