Squash Salad
4 servings
30 minutes
Squash salad is a delicate and aromatic dish that embodies the richness of fresh vegetables and spicy seasonings. Squashes, with their soft texture and light nutty flavor, harmoniously combine with the sharpness of horseradish and the freshness of greens. Its origin can be linked to European culinary traditions, where seasonal vegetables and simplicity in preparation are valued. The dressing made from mayonnaise, tomato paste, and mustard adds richness to the salad, making it an ideal complement to meat and fish dishes. It works well as a standalone dish or appetizer, especially in summer when vegetables reach their peak freshness. This salad can be served at family dinners or festive gatherings, delighting guests with its original taste and refined simplicity.
1
Grate small patissons on a coarse grater along with the skin.
- Squash: 250 g
2
Grate the onion and horseradish on a fine grater. Mix with the patissons.
- Onion: 100 g
- Horseradish: 30 g
3
For the dressing, whisk mustard with mayonnaise and tomato paste. Add finely chopped green onions and parsley and dill.
- Mustard: 1 teaspoon
- Mayonnaise: 100 g
- Tomato paste: 1 tablespoon
- Green onions: 30 g
- Green: 30 g
4
Season the salad. Add salt and pepper.
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste