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Classic Russian Salad with Potatoes, Carrots, and Mayo

Classic Russian Salad with Potatoes, Carrots, and Mayo Bliss

Enjoy the delightful flavors of Classic Russian Potato Salad with Potatoes, Carrots, and Mayo, a comforting and versatile dish perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Russian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Potatoes Waxy Yukon Gold, diced
  • 2 cups Carrots Fresh, diced
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas Thawed
  • 4 large Eggs Hard-boiled
  • 1 cup Dill Pickles Diced
  • 1 small Onion Finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill Chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Rich variety
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook Vegetables: Boil salted water, add diced potatoes and carrots. Cook for 15-20 minutes until tender, then drain and cool.
  2. Prepare Eggs: In a saucepan, cover eggs with cold water, bring to a boil, then simmer for 9-12 minutes. Transfer to an ice bath to cool.
  3. Dice Vegetables: Once cooled, chop potatoes and carrots into ¼ inch cubes and place in a mixing bowl.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Add thawed peas, diced dill pickles, and onion to the mixing bowl. Gently fold to mix.
  5. Make Dressing: In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Assemble Salad: Pour dressing over the vegetable mixture and fold gently to coat.
  7. Chill and Serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 8gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For an extra depth of flavor, let the salad chill overnight. Use appropriate vegan substitutes for eggs and mayonnaise if needed.

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