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Mackerel and Beetroot Salad

A classic combination of flaked smoked mackerel, tender cooked beetroot, and peppery horseradish dressing over crisp greens.

15 minEasyServes 2380 cal/serving

BritishSaladNo-CookPescatarianLow CarbHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeEgg-FreeSoy-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 2 smoked mackerel fillets, flaked
  • 1 cup cooked beetroot, wedged
  • 4 cups arugula, washed
  • 2 tbsp prepared horseradish
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper, cracked

Instructions

  1. 1

    Whisk together 2 tbsp prepared horseradish, 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp cracked black pepper in a small bowl to make the dressing.

  2. 2

    Arrange 4 cups washed arugula on a serving platter.

  3. 3

    Top the greens with 1 cup wedged cooked beetroot and 2 flaked smoked mackerel fillets.

  4. 4

    Drizzle the dressing over the salad and serve immediately.

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Questions

How hot is Mackerel and Beetroot Salad?

Only mildly. The heat in Mackerel and Beetroot Salad comes from 2 tbsp prepared horseradish. For a milder plate, start with half the horseradish and add more to taste at the end; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Is Mackerel and Beetroot Salad keto-friendly?

A serving of Mackerel and Beetroot Salad carries 12 g of carbohydrate, 4 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 60 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 12 percent.

Does Mackerel and Beetroot Salad contain fish?

Yes: 2 smoked mackerel fillets, flaked. The full allergen list for this entry is fish. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Mackerel and Beetroot Salad?

One serving (the recipe makes 2) is about 380 calories, with 22 g protein, 12 g carbohydrate and 28 g fat, plus 4 g fiber and 620 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How do I store and reheat Mackerel and Beetroot Salad?

Once dressed, the arugula will wilt within hours, so keep the dressing apart and toss Mackerel and Beetroot Salad just before serving. Undressed and refrigerated, the components hold about two days. It does not freeze.

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