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The iconic borsch is probably the most famous Ukrainian dish, also considered the country's national dish. It is a comforting soup made with beetroot, meat or bone stock, and sautéed vegetables. There are many variations - the broth can be ... READ MORE

Traditionally served on the Christmas smörgåsbord, sillsalat is a Swedish salad that combines finely sliced or minced pickled herring with diced boiled potatoes, pickled beets, pickles, apples, and chopped onions. All the ingredients ar... READ MORE

An institution at many pubs, restaurants, and cafés in Australia, Australian burger with the lot first made its appearance in the 1940s, when beetroot started to be added to the burger alongside onions, tomatoes, lettuce, and meat.... READ MORE

Puca picante is a traditional dish originating from the region of Ayacucho. It is made with a combination of beets, peanuts, potatoes, onions, garlic, aji panca paste, and cumin. If desired, the stew can be enriched with the addition of beef, pork... READ MORE

Sild og poteter is a traditional dish originating from Norway. The dish is usually made with a combination of herring fillets, potatoes, pickled and sliced beets, onions, butter, dill, and sour cream. The herring fillets are placed on a platter an... READ MORE

This refreshing, cold beetroot soup is a part of traditional Lithuanian cuisine. It consists of a creamy blend of pickled or boiled beetroots and tangy kefir or buttermilk, poured over grated cucumbers and hard-boiled eggs. The whole soup is gener... READ MORE

This tasty Danish dish consists of pan-fried bread that is topped with a thick beef patty. It is complemented with pickled beets, onions, capers, horseradish, and a raw egg yolk. Although not much is known about its origin or name, it is a common ... READ MORE

Escudella i carn d'olla is a popular, traditional Catalan soup filled with pasta, meat such as chicken or lamb, prosciutto pieces, ground pork, and botiffara sausage, with the addition of vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, and Swiss ch... READ MORE

Kalops is a rich and comforting Swedish beef stew. It is prepared with chunks of beef that are slowly cooked with onions and spices such as whole peppercorns, bay leaves, and allspice. The most popular variation of the stew is Skånsk kalops,... READ MORE

Aukstā zupa is a refreshing Latvian cold soup with an unusual, deep pink color. It is made with beets, cucumbers, kefir, hard-boiled eggs, and milk sausage. Greens such as dill and scallions are essential, and most people also enjoy the soup with ... READ MORE

Khaladnik is a cold beet soup that has been a staple of Belarusian cuisine since the late 18th century. It is made with boiled beets mixed with kefir, cucumbers, spring onions, and dill. The soup is traditionally served with a dollop of sour cream... READ MORE

Kiwiburger is a hamburger consisting of a toasted bun that is sandwiched with a four-ounce (113 g) beef patty, fried egg, beetroot, grilled onions, and additional ingredients such as tomato, lettuce, cheese, mustard, and ketchup. The burger was an... READ MORE

Ciorbă de sfeclă is a traditional sour soup based on beetroots. It is typically made with grated or cubed beetroots, which are boiled with a variety of vegetables, usually onions, carrots, celery, parsley roots, or potatoes, along with noodles, to... READ MORE

Salată de sfeclă is a simple and refreshing Romanian salad based on beetroot. Cleaned beetroots are boiled in a saucepan until tender, and then cut, grated, or diced. The beetroots are mixed with grated horseradish, oil, vinegar, and salt. Mustard... READ MORE

Originally invented in the 19th century, vinegret is the oldest, extremely popular Russian salad usually consisting of boiled beets, potatoes, and carrots combined with diced pickles, sauerkraut, and onions. The name of the salad is deriv... READ MORE

In Poland, the term chłodnik is used to denote various types of cold vegetable soups, but it is most commonly associated with the beetroot version, known as chłodnik litewski. The soup is made with beets that are simmered until tender and are usua... READ MORE

Shuba or herring under a fur coat is a unique Russian salad consisting of three distinctive layers: salted herring, potatoes, and beets. The salad often has more than three layers, mostly consisting of apples, onions, or hard-boiled eggs.... READ MORE

Jarkhlis pkhali is a traditional dip or spread originating from Georgia. It is usually made with a combination of beetroot, walnuts, garlic, coriander, chili powder, vinegar, salt, and pepper. The walnuts and garlic are ground into a smooth paste,... READ MORE

Labskaus is a dish from northern Germany consisting of corned beef, mashed potatoes, and beets, with additional ingredients such as fried eggs, pickles, and rollmops—a pickled, rolled herring. Although its origins are somewhat murky... READ MORE

The fundamental dish of Russian cuisine is known as kasha, a porridge that has represented an essential Russian meal for centuries. Russian kasha refers to various dishes which are created with cereals, most commonly rice, wheat, or mille... READ MORE

Sałatka z burakow is a traditional beet salad made with a combination of beets, onions, olive oil, lemon juice or balsamic vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper. The grated beetroot is shortly sautéed with the other ingredients, and the sa... READ MORE

This popular fuchsia-colored salad is a staple side dish in traditional Estonian cuisine. It is prepared with pickled herring and bite-sized pieces of beets and potatoes, all coated in a refreshing, creamy dressing. The salad is easily adaptable a... READ MORE

The appetizer pembe sultan is a creamy and visually striking mezze. Its vibrant pink color comes from beets, which provide a slightly sweet and earthy flavor. The dish typically combines cooked beets with thick yogurt, garlic, and salt, creating a... READ MORE

Beet eggs are a traditional Amish dish originating from Pennsylvania. In order to prepare it, eggs are hard-boiled in a seasoned liquid that's made from cooked beets. The liquid is usually seasoned with onions, sugar, vinegar, cloves, salt, and (s... READ MORE

Harvard beets is a classic American dish that's believed to have origins in Cambridge, Massachusetts due to its deep crimson color, which is also Harvard University's officially designated color since 1910. The dish is made with sliced beets that ... READ MORE

Rosolli is a colorful Finnish salad that is especially popular during the festive Christmas season. It is very easy to prepare rosolli – the ingredients are simply chopped or boiled, then mixed together. Although there are some variations, t... READ MORE

Betabeles is a traditional beet salad. It's usually made with a combination of beets, sugar, cornstarch, orange juice, lemon juice, grated orange zest, salt, and pepper. The beets are boiled in a saucepan until the skin blisters, and the beets are... READ MORE

Shukhy is a traditional Christmas dish originating from western Ukraine, where it's often cooked by Hutsul highlanders. The dish is usually made with a combination of wild mushrooms, beetroot, rapeseed oil, shallots, red wine vinegar, garlic, oreg... READ MORE

Balilah is a traditional Middle Eastern salad, particularly popular in Saudi Arabia and Syria. It is a simple and healthy snack made primarily from cooked chickpeas. The chickpeas are typically served warm with diced cucumbers and grated beets, an... READ MORE

Kalatusha is a traditional soup originating from Polissya. The soup is usually made with a combination of mushrooms, fish such as carp, flour, butter, oil, roasted vegetables (such as beets, carrots, celery, tomatoes, onions), allspice, bay leaves... READ MORE

Beetroot chutney is a traditional chutney made with chopped or grated beetroot as the main ingredient. Other ingredients usually include green or red chili peppers, cumin, curry leaves, coriander leaves, garlic, chana dal or bengal gram, urad dal,... READ MORE

It is believed that red flannel hash is the juiciest version of this traditional American dish. It is typically made with salty and tender corned beef, boiled potatoes, cooked beets, onions, garlic, heavy cream, and butter. The name of the dish re... READ MORE

Rødbetgravet laks is a traditional fish dish originating from Norway. The dish is usually made with a combination of salmon fillets, beetroot, sugar, salt, lemon peel, orange peel, dill, and aquavit. The grated beetroot is mixed with sugar,... READ MORE

Boutridia is a vegetable stew originating from Zakynthos. It is typically prepared with beans, eggplants, potatoes, white beets, zucchinis, okra, tomatoes, garlic, and olive oil. Most of the vegetables are sautéed, and everything is then se... READ MORE

Bruckfleisch is a traditional pub meal that is most often served for breakfast, made by braising offal with root vegetables in a brown sauce consisting of vinegar, wine, and blood. The prepared dish is served with bread or bread dumplings and it i... READ MORE

Chukandar tamatar is a traditional vegan dish originating from India. The dish is usually made with a combination of beetroot, tomatoes, cumin seeds, oil, hot peppers, coriander, and salt. The beetroot is peeled and cut into thin strips, while the... READ MORE

Hutsul varya is a traditional salad originating from Bukovyna. The salad is usually made with a combination of beets, prunes, sauerkraut, onions, white beans, oil, salt, and black pepper. The beets are baked or boiled, peeled, grated, and cut into... READ MORE