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Beetroot Salad

Beetroots there got a vivid color which provides a dramatic addition to any plate, but it has got a sweet and earthy flavor. This type of salad is more popular in Russia.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Russian
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 5 large beetroots peeled
  • 1 small red onion shredded
  • 4 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 3 tbsp vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Equipment

  • Cooler
  • Peeler
  • Foil paper
  • Spoon
  • Chopping board
  • Fork
  • Knife
  • Mixing bowl
  • Plate

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of water to boil. Add vinegar
  2. Cook the beets in the boiling water until cooked but still firm for about 30 minutes
  3. Remove and discard skin and then shred the beets
  4. In a large bowl mix the onions beet until there are combined. Add mayonnaise to the beet then season with salt and pepper
  5. Cover with a plastic wrap and put in the refrigerator to cool for at least 45 minutes
  6. Serve cold

Notes

For the best results do not use canned beets..... It will not taste the same! You can add walnuts to alternate the taste and texture