Authentic Russian Salad 'Olivye'

This is a recipe my mom and grandmother use every time there’s a family gathering or a special occasion. To make this a vegetarian dish just leave out the ham. Potatoes, carrots, and eggs do not have to be chilled completely after boiling. Dill can be substituted for parsley if desired.

Step: 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add potatoes and carrot. Return mixture to a boil and add eggs; cook until potatoes are tender, 20 to 30 minutes. Drain and slightly cool mixture. Chop potatoes and carrot; peel and chop eggs.

Step: 2

Mix potatoes, carrot, eggs, pickles, peas, ham, and parsley together in a large bowl; stir in mayonnaise until salad is evenly coated.

Per Serving: 261 calories; protein 8.4g; carbohydrates 30.7g; fat 12.4g; cholesterol 82.4mg; sodium 1306.5mg.