Vegan, Low Fat “a La Russe” – Olivier Salad

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 13
Vegan, Low Fat 'a La Russe' - Olivier Salad recipe
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Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

5 potatoes , red skin
2 carrots
1/2 cup peas ( canned , boiled )
1/2 cup corn ( canned , boiled )
12 pickles
12 red bell peppers , slices pickled
2 tablespoons mustard
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons olive oil , cold pressed
sea salt , to taste
ground pepper , to taste
mayonnaise , vegan low fat ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
230
Sugar
5g
Fat
7g
This vegan, low-fat 'a la Russe' Olivier Salad comes with a healthy twist on a classic recipe. The traditional Olivier Salad is made with meat, mayo and sour cream which makes it high in calories and fat. This plant-based version is low in fat and packs a flavorful punch!

Instructions

1.Peel and cut the potatoes into small same size cubes. Boil the potatoes in salted water for 15-20 min until fork-tender. Drain and let cool.
2.Peel and grate the carrots. Boil the peas and corn until just cooked.
3.Drain the pickles from the pickled juice, chop finely the pickles and slice the pickled peppers into thin strips.
4.In a mixing bowl, whisk together the mustard, lemon juice, olive oil and season with sea salt and ground pepper to taste.
5.Combine the cooled potatoes, peas, corn, grated carrots, chopped pickles, and sliced pepper strips. Gently toss to combine all ingredients.
6.Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 min.
7.Serve with vegan low-fat mayonnaise (optional).

PROS

A vegan version of classic Russian salad and is low in fat.
It is a great side dish for any meal.
It is high in vitamins and minerals from the potatoes, carrots and bell peppers.

CONS

It might take some time to prepare all the ingredients and boiling the veggies.
The salad doesn’t keep well so it is best to consume in the same day of preparation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The salad is rich in fiber, vitamins and minerals. Potatoes provide good carbohydrates, while carrots are an excellent source of vitamin A. Peas and corn have high amounts of protein and fiber. Red bell peppers contain vitamin C and other antioxidants.

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