Sig's Beetroot, Apple, Lentil and Herring Salad

Name: Sig's Beetroot, Apple, Lentil and Herring Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 salted herring filet ( or other salt cured fish); 1 cup cold milk; 2 small raw uncooked beetroot; 1/2 red onion; 1 large crisp apple of preferences; 1/2 a lemon, juice only; 2 tsp sugar; 3 small handful of tinned washed and drained puy lentils; 1 tsp dried wild garlic; 1 pinch each salt and pepper; 2 tbsp creme fraiche

Servings: persons

1
First put your two filets of fish into the milk to get rid of some of the saltiness for about half hour .
2
Peel, thinly sliced and cut your beetroot into thin sticks , do not boil .
3
Squeeze the lemon juice oved the beetroot and stir in the sugar, add the chopped or thinly sliced onion, set aside whilst fish is being dealt ed , when nearly done peel ,decor and cube the apple.
4
Add the beetroot with juices , apples , onions and lentils into a serving bowl and mix together.
5
Drain fish and cut into mouth sized pieces add to the salad.
6
Sprinkle with the wild garlic and season with salt and pepper.
7
Add two tablespoons of creme fraiche.
8
Mix gently together.
9
I serve this on a bed of washed and dried baby spinach or wild rocket.

130

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 salted herring filet ( or other salt cured fish), 1 cup cold milk, 2 small raw uncooked beetroot, 1/2 red onion, and more.

Yes, Sig's Beetroot, Apple, Lentil and Herring Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!