Botvinnik Salad

4 servings

60 minutes

The 'Botvinik' salad is a true ode to freshness and natural flavors. Its roots trace back to European culinary traditions where vegetables play a key role. The main ingredient is beet greens, giving the dish a rich, slightly herbal aroma. Combined with boiled beets, nuts, and garlic, it creates an amazing balance of sweetness and spiciness. Feta adds a delicate salty note while prunes provide a soft fruity tang. The dressing of olive oil and lemon juice highlights the natural freshness of the components. This salad is perfect as a standalone light dish or as an exquisite addition to the main meal. It not only delights the taste but also nourishes the body with vitamins, making it an excellent choice for healthy cuisine lovers.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 446.2
• Proteins: 12.4g
• Fats: 32g
• Carbohydrates: 31.4g

Ingredients

• Beet: 1 pc
• Prunes: 150 g
• Beet tops: 200 g
• Walnuts: 70 g
• Feta cheese: 150 g
• Olive oil: 50 ml
• Lemon juice: 30 ml
• Garlic: 2 clove
• Sugar: to taste
• Salt: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Boil the beetroot, peel it, and cut it into thin strips.

   Required ingredients:

   • Beet: 1 piece

2. Chop the garlic and walnuts.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 2 cloves
   • Walnuts: 70 g

3. Thoroughly wash the beet greens, dry them, and chop finely.

   Required ingredients:

   • Beet tops: 200 g

4. Cut the cheese into small cubes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Feta cheese: 150 g

5. Wash the prunes and briefly dip them in boiling water. Cut the cooled prunes into strips.

   Required ingredients:

   • Prunes: 150 g

6. For the dressing, whisk vegetable oil with lemon juice.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 50 ml
   • Lemon juice: 30 ml

7. Mix all the ingredients and dress the salad. Add salt and sugar to taste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sugar:  to taste
   • Salt:  to taste