Authentic Russian Salad 'Olivye'

Name: Authentic Russian Salad 'Olivye'
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 6 potatoes, peeled; 1 carrot, or more to taste; 4 whole eggs; 6 large pickles, cut into cubes; 1 (15 ounce) can peas, drained; 0.5 cup cubed fully cooked ham, or to taste; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, or to taste; 0.5 cup mayonnaise, or to taste

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This Russian salad recipe is what my mom and grandmother make every time there's a family gathering or a special occasion. Leave out the ham to make this a vegetarian dish. The potatoes, carrots, and eggs do not have to be completely chilled after boiling.

Recipe by lovefullofpie

Updated on November 5, 2023

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Prep Time:

30 mins

Cook Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

50 mins

Servings:

10

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close up view of Authentic Russian Salad 'Olivye' in a glass bowl — Jennifer Richard-Souther

Ingredients

6 potatoes, peeled
1 carrot, or more to taste
4 whole eggs
6 large pickles, cut into cubes
1 (15 ounce) can peas, drained
½ cup cubed fully cooked ham, or to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, or to taste (optional)
½ cup mayonnaise, or to taste

Directions

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add potatoes, bring to a boil, and cook for 5 to 10 minutes. Add carrots and whole eggs and continue boiling until potatoes are tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain and slightly cool mixture.
Chop potatoes and carrot. Peel and chop eggs.
Mix potatoes, carrot, eggs, pickles, peas, ham, and dill together in a large bowl; stir in mayonnaise until salad is evenly coated.

Recipe Tip

You can use fresh parsley as a substitute for the dill if preferred.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

261	Calories
12g	Fat
31g	Carbs
8g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 261
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g	16%
Saturated Fat 3g	13%
Cholesterol 82mg	27%
Sodium 1307mg	57%
Total Carbohydrate 31g	11%
Dietary Fiber 5g	19%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 8g
Vitamin C 33mg	165%
Calcium 43mg	3%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 757mg	16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.