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Olivier Potato Salad

Russia's beloved holiday salad of diced boiled potatoes, carrots, eggs, pickles, peas, and bologna or ham bound in creamy mayonnaise dressing. Plan ahead: the salad is best after chilling for at least 2 hours.

45 minEasyServes 6290 cal/serving

RussianSaladStovetopStandardGluten-FreeNut-FreeLow-SodiumAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, unpeeled
  • 2 medium carrots, unpeeled
  • 4 large eggs
  • 8 oz bologna or cooked ham, diced small
  • 4 spears dill pickles, diced small
  • 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Place 2 lbs unpeeled Yukon Gold potatoes and 2 medium unpeeled carrots in a large pot of cold salted water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to medium. Cook until tender, about 20-25 minutes. Drain and cool completely.

  2. 2

    Meanwhile, place 4 large eggs in a small saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, cover, remove from heat, and let stand 12 minutes. Transfer to ice water for 5 minutes, then peel.

  3. 3

    Peel the cooled potatoes and carrots and dice into 1/2-inch cubes. Dice the eggs to the same size.

  4. 4

    In a large bowl, combine the diced potatoes, carrots, eggs, 8 oz diced small bologna or cooked ham, 4 spears diced small dill pickles, and 1 cup thawed frozen peas.

  5. 5

    In a small bowl, stir together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 tsp Dijon mustard, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Pour over the salad and toss gently.

  6. 6

    Fold in 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

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What is Olivier Potato Salad?

Russia's beloved holiday salad of diced boiled potatoes, carrots, eggs, pickles, peas, and bologna or ham bound in creamy mayonnaise dressing. Plan ahead: the salad is best after chilling for at least 2 hours. This reference files it under Russian salad: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 45 minutes start to finish.

What can I use instead of Dijon mustard in Olivier Potato Salad?

The entry for Olivier Potato Salad calls for 2 tsp Dijon mustard. In its place: Whole-grain or yellow mustard with a few drops of white wine vinegar. Yellow is milder, so use a little more.

Does Olivier Potato Salad contain eggs?

Yes: 4 large eggs and 1/2 cup mayonnaise. The full allergen list for this entry is eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Olivier Potato Salad?

One serving (the recipe makes 6) is about 290 calories, with 12 g protein, 55 g carbohydrate and 2 g fat, plus 4 g fiber and 119 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I make Olivier Potato Salad ahead?

Yes, it takes well to being made ahead. The base of Olivier Potato Salad is potatoes, which holds up: it keeps three to four days refrigerated and tastes better after a few hours, once the dressing has soaked in. Hold back a spoonful of dressing to freshen it before serving. It does not freeze.

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