Finnish Beet Salad

Brighten up your table with this Finnish Beet Salad, a vibrant and flavorful dish that celebrates the earthy sweetness of roasted beets paired with hearty potatoes, crisp apple, and tangy dill pickles. This traditional Scandinavian recipe is brought together with a creamy, tangy dressing made from sour cream, yogurt, and a hint of vinegar for extra zest. Perfect as a side dish or a light, refreshing main, this salad offers a delightful balance of textures and flavors, all while being easy to prepare. Featuring wholesome ingredients and garnished with fresh dill, it’s a visually stunning and nourishing addition to any meal, especially during the holidays or for casual gatherings. Serve it chilled to let the flavors meld beautifully for a truly authentic Nordic experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 medium beets
• 2 medium potatoes
• 1 large carrot
• 1 medium apple
• 3 small dill pickles
• 1 small red onion
• 125 ml sour cream
• 125 ml plain yogurt
• 1 tablespoon vinegar (optional, for extra tang)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Wash the beets thoroughly, wrap them in aluminum foil, and place them on a baking sheet. Roast for 40 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 3

While the beets are roasting, peel the potatoes and carrot. Dice them into small cubes and boil them in a pot of salted water for about 10 minutes, or until tender but not mushy. Drain and set aside to cool.

Step 4

Once the beets are roasted and cool enough to handle, peel off the skin and dice them into small cubes.

Step 5

Core and dice the apple into small cubes, leaving the skin on for texture and color. Finely chop the dill pickles and red onion.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced beets, potatoes, carrot, apple, pickles, and red onion.

Step 7

In a separate small bowl, mix together the sour cream, plain yogurt, vinegar (if using), salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad and gently fold to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are coated evenly.

Step 9

Refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh dill if desired before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1316 grams (1316.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1006

Total Fat 28.50g	37%
Saturated Fat 18.20g	91%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 70mg	23%
Sodium 2058mg	89%
Total Carbohydrate 171.40g	62%
Dietary Fiber 24.00g	86%
Total Sugars 69.70g
Protein 27.30g	55%

Vitamin D 62IU	311%
Calcium 571mg	44%
Iron 7mg	41%
Potassium 3834mg	82%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.4%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 65.2%