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Authentic Russian Beet Potato Salad

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Authentic Russian Beet Potato Salad, or Vinegret, is a vibrant, tangy, and naturally vegan salad made with boiled root vegetables, pickles, peas, and sauerkraut. It’s a traditional Slavic dish that’s hearty, colorful, and perfect served chilled.

Ingredients

  • 2 medium beets, boiled and diced
  • 2 medium potatoes, boiled and diced
  • 2 medium carrots, boiled and diced
  • 3–4 dill pickles, diced
  • 1 cup sauerkraut, drained
  • 1 cup green peas (canned or cooked fresh)
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion or scallions (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons sunflower oil (or other neutral oil)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Boil the beets, potatoes, and carrots separately until tender. Let them cool completely, then peel and dice into small cubes.
  2. Dice the pickles, chop the onion (if using), and drain the sauerkraut and peas if needed.
  3. In a large bowl, gently mix together the diced beets, potatoes, carrots, pickles, peas, sauerkraut, and onion.
  4. Drizzle in sunflower oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

  • Add kidney beans for extra protein.
  • Include a diced green apple for tart sweetness.
  • Omit peas if preferred—it’s still authentic.
  • Fresh dill or parsley adds a fragrant finish.
  • Roast the vegetables instead of boiling for a deeper flavor.

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