Savory Roasted Beet Salad with Horseradish Cream Dressing
Indulge in a beautifully vibrant salad that combines the natural sweetness of roasted beets with the zingy kick of horseradish cream dressing. This dish offers a delightful contrast of flavors, making it an intriguing addition to your dining table. Perfectly suited as a refreshing side dish alongside grilled meats, this salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a palate-pleaser. The subtle crunch of sweet onions and the fresh aroma of dill elevate this dish to new heights. Enjoy this twist on the traditional Eastern European recipe Tsvikly, and brighten up your meal with its colorful presentation and harmonious taste!
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Servings
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Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
beets
3 (washed, trimmed, and unpeeled)
salt
to taste
black pepper
to taste (freshly ground)
whipping cream
1/2 cup
sour cream
1/8 cup
hot prepared horseradish
1 tablespoon
sweet onion
1/2 small (sliced into thin rings)
Boston lettuce
1 head (divided among serving plates)
fresh dill
1 tablespoon (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
Thoroughly wash and trim the beets, ensuring to leave the skins intact for roasting.
3
Wrap the beets in a large piece of aluminum foil, sprinkling them generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper, then seal the foil tightly to create a loose packet.
4
Place the foil packet on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the beets are tender when pierced with a fork.
5
Once cooked, remove the beets from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before peeling off the skins. Thinly slice the beets and refrigerate them until you are ready to serve.
6
In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until it forms thick but soft peaks. Gently fold in the sour cream and prepared horseradish, seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Transfer to the refrigerator.
7
When ready to serve, slice the onion into thin rings and arrange the Boston lettuce on individual serving plates.
8
Layer the thinly sliced beets over the lettuce and scatter the onion rings on top.
9
Drizzle the horseradish cream dressing generously over each plate, then finish with a sprinkle of chopped fresh dill for garnish. Serve chilled.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this salad recipe?
The recipe is for Savory Roasted Beet Salad with Horseradish Cream Dressing.
What temperature should I preheat the oven to?
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
How should the beets be prepared before roasting?
Thoroughly wash and trim the beets, but leave the skins intact for roasting.
How do I wrap the beets for the oven?
Wrap the beets in a large piece of aluminum foil, sprinkle them with salt and pepper, and seal the foil tightly to create a packet.
How long should the beets roast?
Roast the beets for about 1 hour, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
When should I peel the beets?
Allow the beets to cool slightly after roasting, then peel off the skins.
How should the beets be sliced for the salad?
The beets should be thinly sliced and refrigerated until ready to serve.
What are the main ingredients in the dressing?
The dressing consists of heavy whipping cream, sour cream, and hot prepared horseradish.
How do I prepare the heavy cream for the dressing?
Whip the heavy cream until it forms thick but soft peaks.
How do I finish the dressing mixture?
Gently fold the sour cream and prepared horseradish into the whipped cream and season with salt and pepper.
What type of onion is used in this recipe?
A small sweet onion is used, sliced into thin rings.
What kind of lettuce serves as the base of the salad?
Boston lettuce is used as the base for the salad.
What garnish is recommended for this dish?
The salad is finished with a garnish of chopped fresh dill.
Is this recipe suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, this roasted beet salad is vegetarian.
Is this salad gluten-free?
Yes, the ingredients listed are naturally gluten-free.
What traditional recipe is this dish a twist on?
This dish is a twist on the traditional Eastern European recipe called Tsvikly.
How should the salad be served?
The salad should be served chilled.
What is the recommended pairing for this salad?
It is perfectly suited as a refreshing side dish alongside grilled meats.
How many beets are required?
The recipe calls for 3 beets.
How much whipping cream is needed?
You will need 1/2 cup of whipping cream.
What amount of sour cream is used?
The recipe requires 1/8 cup of sour cream.
How much horseradish should be added?
Use 1 tablespoon of hot prepared horseradish.
How much fresh dill is needed for garnish?
The recipe uses 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh dill.
Should the dressing be stored in the refrigerator?
Yes, once prepared, transfer the dressing to the refrigerator until ready to serve.
What is the texture of the horseradish cream dressing?
The dressing is creamy and airy due to the whipped heavy cream.
How are the ingredients layered on the plate?
Arrange lettuce first, layer sliced beets over it, scatter onion rings on top, and then drizzle with dressing.
Can I use a different type of onion?
While the recipe calls for sweet onion for its subtle crunch, you could use others, but sweet onion provides the best flavor balance.
Do I need to peel the beets before roasting?
No, roasting them with skins on helps retain moisture; they peel easily after cooking.
What flavor profile does the horseradish provide?
The horseradish provides a zingy kick that contrasts with the natural sweetness of the beets.
How many servings does this make?
While not explicitly specified, the ingredients are designed to be divided among individual serving plates based on a head of lettuce and 3 beets.