Shuba Salad

Name: Shuba Salad
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Russian
Ingredients: 8 oz pickled herring fillets, diced; 1 small yellow onion, finely diced; 2 medium boiled potatoes, grated; 2 medium boiled carrots, grated; 3 large hard-boiled eggs, grated; 2 medium boiled beets, grated; 3/4 cup mayonnaise

A classic Russian layered salad with pickled herring, tender root vegetables, hard-boiled eggs, and mayonnaise. Also known as dressed herring, this dish is chilled to let the flavors meld into a rich, savory centerpiece.

30 minEasyServes 6310 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 oz pickled herring fillets, diced
1 small yellow onion, finely diced
2 medium boiled potatoes, grated
2 medium boiled carrots, grated
3 large hard-boiled eggs, grated
2 medium boiled beets, grated
3/4 cup mayonnaise

Instructions

1

Layer 8 oz diced pickled herring fillets across the bottom of a glass serving dish.
2

Scatter 1 small finely diced yellow onion over the herring and spread a thin layer of 3/4 cup mayonnaise.
3

Add 2 medium grated boiled potatoes in an even layer and spread with mayonnaise.
4

Layer 2 medium grated boiled carrots and 3 large grated hard-boiled eggs, then coat with more mayonnaise.
5

Top with 2 medium grated boiled beets and spread remaining mayonnaise over the top surface.
6

Cover dish and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.

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Questions

How long does Shuba Salad take?

As written, 30 minutes: 30 of prep and 0 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 6, 4 hours. That wait sits outside the stated prep and cook times, so plan around it.

Is Shuba Salad keto-friendly?

A serving of Shuba Salad carries 18 g of carbohydrate, 3 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 90 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 18 percent.

Does Shuba Salad contain eggs?

Yes: 3 large hard-boiled eggs, grated and 3/4 cup mayonnaise. The full allergen list for this entry is eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Shuba Salad?

One serving (the recipe makes 6) is about 310 calories, with 11 g protein, 18 g carbohydrate and 21 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 620 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How do I store and reheat Shuba Salad?

The base of Shuba Salad is potatoes, which holds up: it keeps three to four days refrigerated and tastes better after a few hours, once the dressing has soaked in. Hold back a spoonful of dressing to freshen it before serving. It does not freeze.

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