Traditional Lithuanian Red Salad - English Subtitles

beets

🥗Healthier: carrots

💰Cheaper: canned beets

Canned beets save time and are often less expensive.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Lemon juice adds freshness while being lower in acidity.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil provides healthier fats.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey adds a unique flavor while being a natural sweetener.

Boil the beets until tender, about 30-40 minutes.

Let the beets cool, then peel and dice them.

Shred the cabbage and carrots finely.

Chop the onion and apple into small pieces.

In a large bowl, combine the beets, cabbage, carrots, onion, and apple.

In a separate bowl, whisk together vinegar, sugar, salt, pepper, and vegetable oil.

Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss to combine.

Sprinkle with fresh dill before serving.

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