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Layered salad with herring, beetroot, potato, carrot, egg and mayonnaise
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Herring under a fur coat salad (180 g) has 347 calories. That works out to 193 calories per 100 g. It contains 18.7 g of carbs, 14.6 g of protein, 23.8 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 3.8 µg of B12 covers 158% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 38 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
347
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
18.7g
· 7% DV
Protein
14.6g
· 29% DV
Fat
23.8g
· 31% DV
Fiber
3.2g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 22% · Protein 17% · Fat 61%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 347 kcal | |
| Total fat | 23.8 g | 31% |
| Saturated fat | 4.5 g | 23% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 756 mg | 33% |
| Total carbohydrate | 18.7 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| Protein | 14.6 g | 29% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 347 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (mini) | 20 g | 39 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (small) | 60 g | 116 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 174 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 193 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 220 g | 425 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 240 g | 463 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 320 g | 618 kcal |
Calculated from 193 calories per 100 g.
Herring under a fur coat salad is a chilled, layered dish traditionally made with salted herring, potatoes, carrots, beetroot, eggs, and mayonnaise. The vivid beetroot layer covers the other ingredients, giving the salad its distinctive appearance.
The name refers to the beetroot-and-mayonnaise topping that covers the herring like a thick coat. Its Russian name, shuba, means “fur coat,” and describes the salad’s layered appearance.
Herring under a fur coat salad is associated with Russian and wider Soviet cuisine. It became especially popular as a celebratory, often New Year’s, dish, and recipes vary across countries that inherited the tradition.
A common order for Herring under a fur coat salad is chopped herring and onion on the bottom, followed by potato, carrot, and egg, with beetroot on top. Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise between layers; household versions differ.
Yes, Herring under a fur coat salad can be assembled a day ahead and kept covered in the refrigerator. Chilling helps the layers settle and the flavors meld; add delicate garnishes just before serving.
Herring under a fur coat salad keeps for about 2–3 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Because it contains mayonnaise and cooked ingredients, refrigerate it promptly and discard portions left out at room temperature for too long.
Salted herring is the traditional choice for Herring under a fur coat salad and gives it its characteristic savory flavor. Smoked herring works as a variation, but its stronger taste changes the balance of the beetroot and mayonnaise.
Yes, canned herring can work in Herring under a fur coat salad if you drain it well and remove any bones. Since canned fish may be softer or saltier than traditional salted herring, taste it before seasoning the layers.
To keep Herring under a fur coat salad from turning watery, cool the cooked vegetables fully and drain excess liquid from grated beetroot. Pat wet fish dry, and avoid adding a thick layer of mayonnaise between the ingredients.
Herring under a fur coat salad is served cold, usually after chilling so the layers hold together when sliced. It is a festive appetizer or side dish, particularly at New Year gatherings across Russia and neighboring countries.
Vitamins
B12
3.78µg · 158% DV
Biotin
9.36µg · 31% DV
Vitamin K
32.4µg · 27% DV
Vitamin A
212.4µg · 24% DV
Minerals
Selenium
29µg · 53% DV
Phosphorus
230mg · 33% DV
Sodium
756mg · 33% DV
Iodine
43µg · 29% DV
Potassium ⭐
515mg · 15% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Herring under a fur coat salad is a layered dish associated with Russia and the former Soviet Union. Salted herring is covered with layers of potato, carrot, egg and beetroot, with mayonnaise usually binding the layers. The beetroot gives the top its vivid pink-purple colour.
It balances the herring’s savoury, briny flavour with the mild sweetness of beetroot and soft cooked vegetables. Chilled, it is often served at celebrations and festive meals in its region of origin; elsewhere, it works well as a cold centrepiece or starter. Though it includes fish and vegetables, mayonnaise makes it fairly rich. For a lighter version, use less mayonnaise and serve modest slices with crisp greens.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.38g
POLYUNSATURATED
6.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.8:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.