Swedish Beetroot Salad (Rödbetssallad)

Embrace the spirit of Swedish Christmas with this delightful creamy Beetroot Salad, known as "RÖDBETSSALLAD." A festive staple on the traditional Swedish "julbord," this side dish combines the earthy sweetness of beetroot with the tanginess of apple and the crispness of onions, all enveloped in a silky dressing. Perfect as a complement to your holiday meals or any occasion that calls for something vibrant and delicious.

Ingredients

🥕 500g boiled and peeled beetroot
🧅 ½ red onion
🍏 1 apple
🥄 1 dl mayonnaise
🍶 2 dl crème fraiche
🟡 1 tbsp mustard
🍷 1 tbsp FORVM red wine vinegar
🧂 Salt
🌶️ Black pepper
🌶️ White pepper, freshly ground

Instructions

1- Dice Ingredients:

• Begin by dicing the 500g of boiled and peeled beetroot into small, uniform cubes.
• Place the diced beetroot into a large mixing bowl.

2- Add Onion & Apple:

• Finely dice ½ a red onion and add it to the beetroot in the bowl.
• Dice 1 apple into small cubes, similar in size to the beetroot, and add to the bowl with the other ingredients.

3- Dress the Salad:

• Pour 1 tbsp of FORVM red wine vinegar over the mixture.
• Add 2 dl of crème fraiche, 1 tbsp of mustard, and 1 dl of mayonnaise.

4- Mix Thoroughly:

• Mix all the ingredients thoroughly using a spatula until they are well combined and coated in the dressing.

5- Enhance Color:

• If desired, add a small amount of water reserved from boiling the beetroot to intensify the color of the salad.

6- Season:

• Season the salad with salt.
• Grind black pepper over the salad.
• Use a mortar and pestle to freshly grind white pepper and add it to the salad.

7- Final Mix:

• Mix once more to ensure even distribution of the seasonings.

Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
Total Time: 15-20 minutes
Servings: 4-6
Equipment:

• Wooden/bamboo cutting board
• Chef's knife
• Glass mixing bowl
• Light blue silicone spatula with a wooden handle
• Assorted ceramic/plastic measuring bowls
• Dark grey stone mortar and pestle
• Wooden salt dispenser
• Wooden pepper grinder

Cooking Tips

• Using pre-boiled and peeled beetroot saves time and effort in prep work.
• Ensure all ingredients are diced into similarly-sized pieces for uniformity and presentation.
• Freshly ground spices can make a noticeable difference in flavor, so consider using a mortar and pestle if available.

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Swedish Beetroot Salad (Rödbetssallad)