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Russian Royal Salad

Delicious Russian Royal Salad: A Layered Veggie Delight

This Russian Royal Salad is a vibrant and nutrient-packed dish that's a feast for the eyes and palate.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Russian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Vegetable Layers
  • 3 cups Potatoes Substitution: Sweet potatoes for a sweeter touch.
  • 2 cups Carrots Substitution: Parsnips for a similar flavor.
  • 2 cups Beets Substitution: Yellow beets for a different hue.
  • 1 cup Pickles Substitution: Gherkins or pickled carrots.
  • 1 medium Onion Substitution: Green onions for a milder flavor.
Creamy Layer
  • 3 large Eggs Substitution: Vegan egg alternatives like tofu.
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Substitution: Yogurt or vegan mayo for a lighter option.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to your preference.

Equipment

  • medium-sized serving bowl
  • coarse grater
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Steps
  1. Cook the vegetables by boiling or roasting them until fork-tender.
  2. Grate the cooled vegetables separately using a coarse grater.
  3. Prepare the pickles and onion by dicing and chopping them respectively.
  4. Line a serving bowl with plastic wrap for easy removal later.
  5. Start layering the salad with grated egg, carrots, and other ingredients, compressing each layer as you go.
  6. Cover the assembled salad with plastic wrap and chill for at least one hour.
  7. Unwrap and invert the salad onto a serving plate, garnishing as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Let the salad chill overnight for best flavor. Use a coarse grater for distinct layers and presentational appeal.

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