Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
0.33 cup

extra-virgin olive oil

N/A

2 tbsp

red-wine vinegar

N/A

0.5 tsp

coarsely ground black pepper

N/A

0.25 tsp

salt

N/A

1 tsp

caraway seeds

N/A

1.5 cup

boiled yellow or red potatoes

diced, chilled

1.5 cup

cooked or canned red beets

diced, chilled

0.5 cup

sweet onion

chopped

0.5 cup

Italian parsley

chopped

1.5 cup

sour cream

N/A

6 unit

red salmon caviar

N/A

Step 1
~3 min

Combine olive oil, red-wine vinegar, pepper, salt, and caraway seeds in a small mixing bowl.

Step 2
~3 min

Set aside the dressing.

Step 3
~3 min

Combine chilled diced potatoes, beets, onion, and parsley in a medium bowl.

Step 4
~3 min

Add the olive oil mixture to the potato mixture.

Step 5
~3 min

Mix gently but thoroughly.

Step 6
~3 min

Divide the salad among six serving plates or bowls.

Step 7
~3 min

Top each serving with sour cream and caviar.

Step 8
~3 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For best flavor, chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Adjust the amount of sour cream and caviar to your liking.

Use a variety of colorful beets and potatoes for a more visually appealing salad.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made a few hours in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with grilled fish or chicken.

Serve as an appetizer on individual plates.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Smoked salmon
Grilled asparagus

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Eastern Europe

Cultural Significance

Often served during festive occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
New Year's Eve

Occasion Tags

Party
Celebration
Holiday

Popularity Score

60/100

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