Salad “andalucia”

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 13

A delightful Spanish Salad recipe with potatoes and olives

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 1/2 lbs red potatoes
	3 hard-boiled eggs , sliced
	1/4 cup black olives , seedless ( you may use green olives as well )
	1 cup monterey jack cheese , shredded
	1 teaspoon fresh parsley , finely cut
	1/2 cup Italian dressing or 1/2 cup olive oil , and vinegar to taste
	salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

380

Sugar

Fat

25g

Salad 'andalucia' is a traditional Spanish dish that originated in the southern region of Andalusia. It's also known as 'ensalada campera' or 'country salad' because it contains ingredients that are commonly found in country kitchens. The salad is hearty and flavorful, making it a popular choice for picnics, potlucks, and outdoor gatherings. It can be eaten as a side dish or a main course and is great for warm weather meals.

Instructions

1.	Cut the red potatoes into bite-sized pieces and boil them in salted water until tender.
2.	Drain the potatoes and set them aside to cool.
3.	In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked potatoes, sliced hard-boiled eggs, seedless black olives, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, finely cut fresh parsley, and Italian dressing (or olive oil and vinegar).
4.	Toss the salad together until everything is evenly coated in dressing.
5.	Season to taste with salt and pepper.

PROS

Salad ‘andalucia’ is a tasty and filling dish that is perfect for a healthy lunch or light dinner.

It’s easy to make and can be customized to suit your taste preferences.

The salad is also vegetarian-friendly.

CONS

This salad may be high in sodium due to the use of salt in boiling the potatoes and the black olives.

Some people may not enjoy the texture of olives or the taste of parsley.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The red potatoes in this salad are a good source of vitamin C, fiber, and potassium.
Eggs offer high-quality protein, while black olives provide healthy fats and antioxidants.
Monterey Jack cheese contains calcium and vitamin D, which are important for bone health.