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Quick Pickled Beet and Onion Salad

Quick Pickled Beet and Onion Salad pairs tender canned beets with a bright, sweet-tangy vinaigrette and a bite of diced red onion. The balance of sugar, mustard, and white wine vinegar creates a clean, lively flavor that complements the earthiness of the beets. Serve chilled as a colorful side for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or alongside roasted meats.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook10 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Quick Pickled Beet and Onion Salad
  1. 1

    Drain the beets, keeping 1/4 cup of the liquid, and cut them into 1/4- to 1/2-inch slivers. Add the onions and toss.

  2. 2

    In a saucepan over medium heat, cook the sugar, mustard, and the reserved 1/4 cup liquid until dissolved. Add the vinegar and bring to a boil; remove from the heat and let it cool.

  3. 3

    Pour the mixture over the beet slivers and onions, toss, and refrigerate for 4 to 6 hours. Take it out of the refrigerator and serve at room temperature.

About This Recipe

Quick Pickled Beet and Onion Salad is a side dish recipe made with 5 ingredients. It takes about 20 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Beet, Red Onion, Sugar, and White Wine Vinegar. Each serving provides about 110.85 kcal.

Recipe Questions

What is Quick Pickled Beet and Onion Salad?
It is a salad recipe made with 5 ingredients, usually served for side dish or salad.
What is Quick Pickled Beet and Onion Salad made of?
The main ingredients are Beet, Red Onion, Sugar, White Wine Vinegar, Yellow Mustard. The full list of 5 is above.
How long does it take to make Quick Pickled Beet and Onion Salad?
About 20 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 110.85 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Quick Pickled Beet and Onion Salad easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 5 ingredients and 3 steps.

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