BEET SALAD

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We live in the high-mountain country of central Idaho, where the cool climate is idea for root crops like beets. This beet recipe came from a friend many years ago, and it remains one of my favorite party dishes. It's a particularly colorful and refreshing salad to serve at a ladies luncheon or as a tasty complement to a meat dish.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 9-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 can (16 ounces) diced or julienned beets
2 packages (3 ounces each) lemon gelatin
1-1/2 cups cold water
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 to 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
4 teaspoons white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups chopped celery
1/4 cup sliced pimiento-stuffed olives
Lettuce leaves, mayonnaise and sliced pimiento-stuffed olives, optional

Steps:

Drain beets, reserving liquid in a 2-cup measuring cup; add enough water to measure 2 cups. Set beets aside. Place beet juice mixture in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; stir in gelatin until dissolved. Add the cold water, onion, horseradish, vinegar and salt. Chill until partially set. , Stir in the celery, olives and reserved beets. Pour into an 8-in. square dish. Chill until firm, about 3 hours. Cut salad into squares. If desired, serve on a lettuce-lined plate and top with a dollop of mayonnaise and an olive.

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