Description
Classic Russian Olivier Salad is a traditional dish that combines a variety of ingredients for a flavorful and hearty salad.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups diced potatoes (about 2 medium potatoes)
- 1 cup diced carrots (about 2 medium carrots)
- 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
- 1 cup diced pickles (dill or sweet, based on preference)
- 1 cup diced cooked chicken (or ham)
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh dill for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add the diced potatoes. Cook for about 10-15 minutes until tender but firm. Drain and let cool.
- In the same pot, add the diced carrots and cook for about 5-7 minutes until tender. Drain and let cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled potatoes, carrots, thawed peas, diced pickles, diced chicken, and chopped hard-boiled eggs.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently fold until everything is well combined.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
- Before serving, garnish with fresh dill if desired.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute the chicken with diced tofu or additional vegetables like bell peppers or corn.
- Add a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar for a tangy twist or incorporate some chopped green onions for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling and Mixing
- Cuisine: Russian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 150mg