Herring and Apple Salad
6 servings
25 minutes
Herring and apple salad is a bright representative of Russian cuisine, combining traditional and refreshing flavor notes. The origins of this dish delve into the depths of folk culinary traditions, where herring has always been an important element of festive feasts. Salted herring adds richness and spiciness to the salad, while apple and onion provide a light tang and freshness. The addition of corn and green peas brings softness and sweet undertones, balancing the taste. Dressed with aromatic vegetable oil, this salad is perfect as a standalone dish or as an appetizer. It is especially good on cool evenings when you crave something hearty yet refreshing.
1
Clean the herring from skin and bones, and chop it finely.
- Herring: 1 piece
2
In a separate bowl, slice the peeled apple into wedges and the onion into half-rings, sprinkle with sugar, and pour with apple vinegar. Let it steep for ten minutes.
- Apple: 1 piece
- Onion: 1 head
- Sugar: 25 g
- Apple cider vinegar: 1 tablespoon
3
Mix apples and onions with herring, corn, and green peas. Dress with vegetable oil.
- Apple: 1 piece
- Onion: 1 head
- Herring: 1 piece
- Canned corn: 1 jar
- Frozen green peas: 1 jar