5.0 from 39 votes
Russian Olivier Salad (Ensalada Rusa)
Perfectly creamy with a balance of savory and tangy flavors, Olivier salad is full of vegetables and tastes great. Try it now!
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 140 kcal
Course:
Side Dish , Appetizer
Cuisine:
Mediterranean , Spanish , Russian , Turkish
Ingredients
- 2 large russet potatoes peeled and diced into small cubes
- 1 large carrot peeled and diced into small cubes
- 1 cup canned green peas
- ½ cup dill pickles diced
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- ⅓ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil and add the potatoes and carrots. Cook for about 15 minutes until they are fork tender and fully cooked, but not mushy. Drain and set aside to cool completely.
- Once the potatoes and carrots are cool completely, mix them with the green peas and dill pickles in a large bowl. Add in the mayonnaise and Greek yogurt. Stir to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
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Notes
- Perfectly Cooked Vegetables: Dice the potatoes and carrots evenly to ensure they cook at the same rate. Avoid overcooking to prevent mushy vegetables that lose their shape in the salad.
- Cool Completely Before Mixing: Allow cooked potatoes and carrots to cool completely before combining them with other ingredients. This prevents the dressing from becoming runny and helps the flavors meld better.
- Customize the Texture: If you prefer a crunchier salad, add the dill pickles and any additional ingredients like diced celery just before serving to maintain their crisp texture.
- Experiment with Dressing Ratios: Adjust the mayonnaise-to-Greek-yogurt ratio based on your preference for richness or tanginess. For a lighter version, lean more on the yogurt.
- Keep it Chilled: Always serve Olivier Salad cold for the best taste and texture. Store it in the fridge until right before serving.
Nutrition Information
Calories
140kcal
(7%)
Carbohydrates
1g
(0%)
Protein
2g
(4%)
Fat
14g
(22%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
8g
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
Trans Fat
0.04g
Cholesterol
9mg
(3%)
Sodium
850mg
(35%)
Potassium
49mg
(1%)
Fiber
0.2g
(1%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
46IU
(1%)
Vitamin C
0.4mg
(0%)
Calcium
31mg
(3%)
Iron
0.1mg
(1%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 140
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 140kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8g | 47% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.04g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 9mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 850mg | 35% |
| Potassium | 49mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 46IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 31mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.