Traditional Finnish Dressing

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 14

Traditional Finnish Dressing recipe perfect for your summer salad

by The Chefin Salad Dressing

Prep

5 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 -2 chilled hard-boiled egg yolks
	2 tablespoons brown sugar
	salt
	2 teaspoons sweet swedish-type mustard
	2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
	100 -200 ml cream , Finnish curd cream or 100 -200 ml sour cream

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

170

Sugar

10g

Fat

14g

Traditional Finnish Dressing is a classic recipe in Finland, often served with various salads as a refreshing and flavorful complement to fresh greens and vegetables. The combination of sweet and tangy flavors, along with the creaminess from egg yolks and dairy products, make this dressing a perfect addition to any summer salad. The dressing is easy to make and can be stored in the fridge for up to a week.

Instructions

1.	In a small bowl, add the chilled hard-boiled egg yolks and mash them with a fork.
2.	Add in the brown sugar, salt, sweet Swedish-type mustard, and white wine vinegar, and mix until well combined.
3.	Slowly add in the cream, Finnish curd cream, or sour cream, stirring until the dressing reaches your desired consistency.

PROS

This dressing is sweet, tangy, and creamy, making it a perfect addition to any summer salad.

The use of egg yolks and cream provides a rich and luxurious texture.

CONS

The addition of brown sugar makes this dressing high in calories and sugar, and should be used in moderation.

Those with certain dietary restrictions, such as lactose intolerance, may need to substitute the dairy component for a non-dairy alternative.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dressing does not have many significant health benefits, but it can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
The use of egg yolks provides a source of protein and vitamins A and D, while the sweet Swedish-type mustard may provide benefits such as reducing inflammation and aiding in digestion.