Mixed Beetroot Salad – Rosolje
During the USSR's control, rosolje (mixed beetroot salad) became a mainstay of Estonian cuisine. Many Estonian celebrations include it. It's a simple dish that incorporates two Estonian staples: herring and beets. Dressed herring, on the other hand, is a layered salad made out of grated vegetables and diced pickled herring, whereas rosolje is a much simpler salad. All of the ingredients for rosolje are combined in the same bowl. This offers it a variety of flavors and textures. Rosolje is a simple dish to prepare. Cubed pickled herring, pickled cucumbers, boiled potatoes, beets, carrots, and eggs are all served with mayonnaise. It's that easy to prepare, and it's full of taste. The colors are very lovely to look at.
Ingredients
- 2 Pounds Small Beets (I Used a Mix Of Golden And Red Beets, But All Red Beets Would Be Just Fine), 1/2 Cup Finely Diced Red Onion Or Chopped Green Onions, 1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 3 Tablespoons White Balsamic Vinegar, 1/2 Teaspoon Dijon Mustard, 1/2 Teaspoon Honey, 1/4 Cup Chopped Fresh Mint Or Parsley, Sea Salt & Cracked Black Pepper
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Place the beets in a large casserole dish and either cover with a lid or with aluminum foil.
- Roast the beets until fork tender, about 1 1/2 hours.
- Allow to cool.
- Peel the beets and cut into 1/2 inch cubes.
- Place the beets in a bowl.
- Mix together the remaining ingredients and then pour these over the beets.
- Toss to coat evenly and serve.
