Description
Russian salad combines creamy potatoes, tangy pickles, and colorful vegetables in a delightful mayonnaise dressing. Hearty and classic, this dish brings Mediterranean comfort straight to your table with unexpected richness and satisfying flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6 potatoes, peeled
- 4 whole eggs
- 6 large pickles, cut into cubes
- 1 (15 ounces / 425 grams) can of peas, drained
- 1 carrot
- ½ cup (118 milliliters) cubed fully cooked ham
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- ½ cup (118 milliliters) mayonnaise
Garnish/Optional:
(None)
Instructions
- Prepare a large pot and fill it with water, bringing the liquid to a rolling boil over high heat. Carefully introduce the peeled whole potatoes into the bubbling water, allowing them to simmer for 6-8 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Without removing the potatoes, gently add whole carrots and eggs directly into the same boiling water. Continue cooking for an additional 12-14 minutes, ensuring the potatoes reach a tender consistency and the eggs become perfectly hard-boiled.
- Using a colander, drain the hot water completely and transfer the cooked ingredients to a cooling surface. Allow the potatoes, carrots, and eggs to rest for 10-15 minutes until they are comfortable to handle.
- Peel the hard-boiled eggs and remove their shells. Dice the cooled potatoes into uniform 1/2-inch (1.27 centimeters) cubes. Slice the carrots into small, even pieces and chop the eggs into bite-sized segments.
- Select a spacious mixing bowl and combine the diced potatoes, chopped carrots, eggs, finely chopped pickles, sweet green peas, and diced ham. Sprinkle fresh dill over the mixture for added flavor.
- Add mayonnaise to the ingredients, using a large spoon to gently fold and coat every component until the salad achieves a creamy, uniform consistency. Ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed for a balanced taste.
Notes
- Ham brings a savory protein punch that elevates this classic European comfort dish.
- Crisp vegetables add delightful crunch and vibrant colors to every delectable bite.
- Mayonnaise creates a creamy binding that connects all ingredients into a harmonious blend.
- Simple preparation means you can whip up this crowd-pleaser in under 20 minutes.
- Versatile recipe allows endless customization with whatever vegetables are in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: UK
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 189
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 470 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 186 mg