Olivie (Russian Potato Salad) Recipe – Russian Special
A classic potato salad from Russia and Eastern Europe, ideal when chilled and paired with fresh bread!
- Prep Time10 min
- Cook Time20 min
- Total Time30 min
Olivie (Russian Potato Salad) Ingredients :
- 2 large potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 3 carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 (15 ounce) can sweet peas, drained
- Chopped dill pickles, to taste
- Finely chopped onion
- Chopped bologna slices (optional)
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Ground black pepper, to taste
How To Make Olivie (Russian Potato Salad) :
Place the potatoes and carrots in a large pot and cover them with salted water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water until they are completely cooled. Dice the potatoes and carrots.
In a large bowl, combine the diced potatoes and carrots with the sweet peas, chopped pickles, onion, bologna (if using), and chopped eggs. Gently stir in the mayonnaise, sour cream, salt, and black pepper until everything is well mixed. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until cold, for at least 30 minutes.
Recipe Notes:
Personal preferences may dictate the inclusion or exclusion of ingredients. Some individuals might prefer extra mayonnaise and sour cream to suit their taste.
