Ukrainian Beet and Carrot Salad

Name: Ukrainian Beet and Carrot Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 100 min
Yield: 6 side servings
Cuisine: Ukrainian
Ingredients: 500 g beets; 2 whole carrots; 1 whole onion; 2 cloves garlic; 4 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 tsp table vinegar; 1 tsp sugar; 0.5 tsp salt; 1 pinch black pepper; 2 tbsp chopped parsley

Tender cooked beet meets grated carrot, onion, garlic and a lightly sweet vinegar dressing.

By Savva LoginovUpdated October 2, 2026

Total 1 hr 40 minMakes 6 side servings

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Tender cooked beet meets grated carrot, onion, garlic and a lightly sweet vinegar dressing. The lightly sweet vinegar dressing coats the cooked beet, carrot and onion without hiding their flavour. Chill the salad briefly to let the garlic mellow before serving. Cool the beet before tossing it with raw vegetables, then chill briefly so the flavours mingle. Serve as a colourful side to potatoes or roasted foods. Simmer whole beets 40 to 50 minutes until tender; cool, peel and grate. Grate carrots and finely chop onion and garlic. Whisk oil, vinegar, sugar, salt and black pepper. Toss cool beets with carrot, onion, garlic and dressing. Refrigerate 30 minutes; scatter parsley over each serving.

How to tell when it is ready

Refrigerate 30 minutes; scatter parsley over each serving.

Tips

Simmer whole beets 40 to 50 minutes until tender.
Grate carrots and finely chop onion and garlic.
Whisk oil, vinegar, sugar, salt and black pepper.
Toss cool beets with carrot, onion, garlic and dressing.

Troubleshooting

If watery, drain beets before dressing.
If sharp, add a little more oil after tasting.

Substitutions

Use apple cider vinegar in place of table vinegar by taste.
Use a mild white onion if red onion is too strong.

Variations

Add a little grated apple before serving.
Use extra chopped dill instead of parsley.

Serving suggestions

Pair with boiled potatoes.
Serve with roast chicken.
Sprinkle with parsley.
Offer beside rye bread.

Make ahead

Prepare the measured ingredients in advance. Refrigerate covered up to 3 days.

Storage

Refrigerate covered up to 3 days.

Food safety

Cool beets promptly and keep mixed salad cold.

Frequently asked questions

How do I know ukrainian beet and carrot salad is ready?

Refrigerate 30 minutes; scatter parsley over each serving.

How should I store ukrainian beet and carrot salad?

Refrigerate covered up to 3 days.

Pair with boiled potatoes. Refrigerate covered up to 3 days.

About the author

Savva Loginov

Savva Loginov writes about traditional Ukrainian cooking, including regional dishes, heritage baking and the customs behind familiar recipes. His English guides explain each dish’s context alongside clear, practical cooking instructions.

Ukrainian Beet and Carrot Salad