Beetroot with pickled cucumbers: a simple salad recipe loved by kids.

According to ТСН: Salad with beetroot and pickled cucumbers is a traditional dish that always delights with its taste. Sweet beetroot combined with tangy cucumbers creates an excellent duet, significantly tastier than the usual vinaigrette. This salad is quick to prepare, has a wonderful taste, and will appeal to even children, so your family will be delighted, and you will save time on cooking.

How to prepare a delicious salad with beetroot and pickled cucumbers

Ingredients:

• Boiled beetroot - 2–3 pcs.

• Pickled cucumbers - 200–300 g.

• Salt, pepper - to taste.

• Herbs - dill or parsley.

• Vegetable oil.

Step-by-step cooking instructions:

• Boil the beetroot until soft, cool it, and peel off the skin.

• Cut the beetroot into cubes or strips.

• Cut the pickled cucumbers into thin slices or cubes.

• Combine the beetroot and cucumbers in a deep bowl.

• Add salt and pepper to taste.

• Dress the salad with oil.

• Before serving, garnish with fresh herbs for aroma.

What are the best dressings for this salad

1. Classic oil. Sunflower or olive oil emphasizes the sweetness of beetroot and the refreshing taste of pickled cucumbers.

2. Vinegar dressing. Mix 2-3 tablespoons of oil with 2 teaspoons of apple or wine vinegar. Add a pinch of sugar for taste balance.

3. Yogurt dressing. Take 2-3 tablespoons of natural yogurt, add salt and pepper. This dressing gives the salad a delicate texture that children will also enjoy.

4. Garlic-cream dressing. Mix yogurt and sour cream with crushed garlic. You will get a rich and spicy sauce.

5. Herb dressing. Chop parsley and dill, add oil and a drop of lemon juice. This dressing refreshes the taste and makes the salad brighter.

Salad with beetroot and pickled cucumbers is an integral part of the Ukrainian festive table. Its simplicity in preparation and delicious result make this dish popular at family feasts. Filled with colors and flavors, this salad will significantly decorate any lunch or dinner, and the variety of dressings allows introducing new accents to this classic dish.