Salad olivier recipe

Salad Olivier recipe

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Recipe intro

salad Olivier, also known as Russian Salad, is a classic and beloved dish that originated in Russia. This recipe combines a medley of diced boiled potatoes, carrots, peas, pickles, and mayonnaise, creating a delightful and creamy salad. The ingredients are typically mixed together and chilled before serving, making it a refreshing option for summer gatherings or as a side dish for any occasion. Some popular variations include the addition of cooked chicken or ham, giving the salad an extra protein boost.

Keywords: Salad Olivier, Russian Salad, classic dish, medley, refreshing.

salad olivier recipe details

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Ingredients

1	cucumber, peeled, halved, seeded and chopped into dices
	salt and freshly ground black pepper
225	young carrots, diced
340 g	firm potatoes, peeled and cubed
240 g	young beetroot, peeled and cubed
340 g	cooked chicken breast, diced
225 g	ham, diced
6	spring onions, sliced
240 ml	mayonnaise
240 ml	sour cream
1 tsp	dill
1 tbsp	parsley
4	4 hard boiled eggs, quartered

Instructions

Heat 3 saucepans. Separately in each pan boil the carrots, potatoes and the beetroots until done. Drain and allow to cool. Tranfer all into a large bowl.

In another bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, dill, parsley and the cream. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Add chicken, ham, cucumber, onions and the dressing to the vegetables in the bowl and toss gently. Adjust the seasoning. Arrange the eggs on top and serve with fresh bread.

Preparation time:
ca. 20 min
Cooking / Baking Time:
ca. 20 min
Grade of difficulty:
medium
Calories per portion:
n/a