Pickled Beet and Herring Salad

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
65%
Pickled Beet and Herring Salad
15 min.
4
201kcal

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Experience a delightful combination of flavors with our Pickled Beet and Herring Salad, a dish that not only tantalizes your taste buds but also meets your health-conscious goals! In just 15 minutes, you can whip up this vibrant, gluten-free, and dairy-free salad that shines as a refreshing side dish or a light main course.

This salad is a feast for the eyes and the palate, featuring the earthy sweetness of pickled beets and the unique brininess of pickled herring, beautifully contrasted with the crispness of Belgian endives and the peppery notes of fresh watercress. It’s not just a salad; it’s a celebration of wholesome ingredients that are as nutritious as they are delicious, with a calorie count of just 201 per serving.

With a health score of 65, this dish is packed with lean protein and healthy fats, making it an ideal choice for a light lunch or an elegant dinner. The combination of flavors is elevated with a simple yet tangy vinaigrette that ties all the ingredients together, creating a satisfying dish that’s refreshing and full of character.

Whether you're entertaining guests or simply treating yourself to something special, this Pickled Beet and Herring Salad is sure to impress. Embrace a healthier lifestyle while enjoying an exquisite culinary experience!

Ingredients

  • medium belgian endive 
  • 0.5 lb water drained
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • lb pickled beets drained sliced
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon sugar 
  • oz watercress (4 cups sprigs)
  • tablespoons citrus champagne vinegar 

Equipment

  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk together vinegar, sugar, and salt until sugar is dissolved, then add oil in a slow stream, whisking.
  2. Arrange herring and beets on a platter and drizzle with half of vinaigrette.
  3. Toss watercress and endives with remaining vinaigrette, then mound over herring and beets.

Nutrition Facts

Calories201kcal
Protein24.4%
Fat54.45%
Carbs21.15%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.52
Glycemic Load
0.81
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
22.160869619121%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
9.79mg
Myricetin
0.09mg
Quercetin
12.75mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:201.08kcal
10.05%
Fat:12.36g
19.01%
Saturated Fat:2.17g
13.53%
Carbohydrates:10.8g
3.6%
Net Carbohydrates:7.73g
2.81%
Sugar:7.33g
8.15%
Cholesterol:34.02mg
11.34%
Sodium:435.08mg
18.92%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.46g
24.91%
Vitamin B12:7.77µg
129.46%
Vitamin K:110.81µg
105.53%
Selenium:21.7µg
31.01%
Vitamin A:1444.58IU
28.89%
Vitamin C:23.66mg
28.68%
Manganese:0.48mg
23.97%
Phosphorus:186.09mg
18.61%
Iron:2.91mg
16.17%
Vitamin D:2.38µg
15.88%
Potassium:552.53mg
15.79%
Vitamin B6:0.3mg
15.09%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
13.87%
Vitamin E:2.07mg
13.83%
Folate:51.05µg
12.76%
Magnesium:49.31mg
12.33%
Fiber:3.08g
12.3%
Vitamin B3:2.13mg
10.66%
Calcium:106.01mg
10.6%
Copper:0.17mg
8.31%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.88%
Vitamin B5:0.71mg
7.13%
Zinc:0.89mg
5.94%
Source:Epicurious