Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
6 unit

red potatoes

peeled, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces

6 unit

turnips

peeled, chopped 1/2-inch pieces

2 unit

carrots

peeled, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces

4 unit

string beans

chopped into 1/2-inch pieces

1 cup

frozen peas

frozen

8 unit

beets

peeled, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces

4 unit

romaine lettuce

leave

1 pinch

salt

to taste

1 pinch

pepper

to taste

0.75 cup

mayonnaise

Step 1
~3 min

Fill a large pot with a steamer basket halfway with water and bring to a boil.

Step 2
~3 min

Chop all vegetables (potatoes, turnips, carrots, string beans and beets) into 1/2-inch pieces

Step 3
~3 min

Steam potatoes for about 7 minutes until tender, then transfer to a large bowl.

Step 4
~3 min

Steam turnips and carrots for about 5 minutes until tender, then transfer to the bowl.

Step 5
~3 min

Steam string beans for about 4 minutes until tender, then transfer to the bowl.

Step 6
~3 min

Steam frozen peas for about 1 minute, then transfer to the bowl.

Step 7
~3 min

Steam beets for about 8 minutes until tender, then transfer to a separate bowl.

Step 8
~3 min

Let all vegetables cool for 5 minutes.

Step 9
~3 min

Toss potatoes, turnips, carrots, string beans, and peas together in the large bowl.

Step 10
~3 min

Fold in mayonnaise and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 11
~3 min

Place one romaine lettuce leaf on four different plates.

Step 12
~3 min

Divide potato mixture between plates and sprinkle beets on top of each plate.

Step 13
~3 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Don't overcook the vegetables, or they will become mushy.

Add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra tanginess.

Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with grilled meat or fish.

Serve as a light lunch.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled Chicken
Roasted Salmon

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Russia

Cultural Significance

A popular salad served during holidays and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
New Year's Eve
Easter

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Party
Potluck

Popularity Score

65/100

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