Russian Potato Salad (Salad Olivier)

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 2
Russian Potato Salad (Salad Olivier)
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Prep

30 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

1 hour

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 medium russet potatoes
5 large carrots
1 can sweet peas
1 bunch green onion
3 hot dogs ( also works with cooked chicken bits or bologna )
6 polish dill pickles ( or regular pickles if you want less spiciness )
1 bunch fresh cilantro
5 eggs
1 bunch fresh dill
1 tablespoon dry oregano
1 tablespoon crushed black pepper
2 teaspoons crushed white pepper
8 ounces regular sour cream
5 tablespoons regular mayonnaise
1 tablespoon horseradish sauce ( Boar 's Head Pub Style sold at Kroger )
2 teaspoons sriracha hot chili sauce ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
480
Sugar
6g
Fat
28g
Russian Potato Salad, also known as Salad Olivier, is a popular dish in Russia and other parts of the world. The salad was invented in the 1860s by a French chef who was working in Moscow. Originally, the salad was made with game meat, such as grouse or veal tongue. But in the modern version, it is made with potatoes, carrots, pickles, peas, and other ingredients. The Russian Potato Salad is perfect for parties, potlucks, or any occasion where you want to impress your guests with a delicious and unique dish.

Instructions

1.Put the potatoes with skin on and boil it until it is tender. In another pot, cook the carrots until it can be easily pierced with a fork.
2.Boil the eggs, peel the shell, and chop it into small pieces. Similarly, chop the hot dogs or cooked chicken bits.
3.Finely chop the green onions, pickles, dill, and cilantro.
4.Drain the sweet peas.
5.Combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, horseradish sauce, dry oregano, crushed black pepper, crushed white pepper, and sriracha sauce if using.
6.Peel the potatoes and cut them into small cubes. Cut the carrots into small cubes as well.
7.Mix everything together in a large bowl while adding salt and pepper to taste.
8.Serve and enjoy this Russian Potato Salad!

PROS

The Russian Potato Salad is a perfect party dish and ideal to bring to potlucks.

It is a dish that many people love because of the combination of different flavors and textures.

The salad can be prepared in advance and it tastes better when it is chilled.

CONS

The Russian Potato Salad is not suitable for people who are on a diet as it is high in calories and fat content.

Moreover, some people may find the ingredients too heavy or spicy.

The salad should be consumed within a day or two if stored properly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Russian Potato Salad contains potatoes and carrots which are rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
It also contains eggs which are a good source of protein.
However, the salad is high in fat and calories due to its use of sour cream and mayonnaise.

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