Russian Potato Salad Olivier (From South Russia)

Submitted by Yaneya

"There are so many versions of this salad. This is one of the simplest Russian salads. I do not think I know anybody who didn't like this salad after they tried it. I believe every Russian lady knows how to cook this one in her own way. Here is my version of this traditional Russian salad."

 

• Ready In: 1hr
• Ingredients: 10
• Serves: 4-10

ingredients

• 4 medium idaho potatoes
• 5 hard-boiled eggs
• 1 medium pickle
• 1⁄2 English cucumber
• 16 ounces canned peas, drained
• 1 green apple
• 1 (16 ounce) package bologna (I prefer chicken bologna)
• 1⁄2 cup mayonnaise (more or less depending on your taste)
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt (optional)
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper (optional)

directions

1. Boil potatoes and eggs, let cool.
2. Shred potatoes and eggs using hand grinder or cut into 1/4-inch dice.
3. Dice bologna, cucumbers and/or pickles as well as apple. (pill apple beforehand).
4. Drain the can of peas.
5. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix well adding salt, pepper and mayonnaise as needed.
6. Move well mixed salad into a large serving bowl.
7. Note: if you prefer creamier salad, shred your ingredients, if you prefer to taste each ingredient in your salad cut them. I prefer shredding, I think it tastes better and takes less time to prepare. You can also add shredded fresh or cooked carrots, as well as diced of azalea onion. I usually cook my potatoes and eggs a day before and let them stand in refrigerator. Also, if you short on time, you can make this salad a day before, but do not put mayonnaise until ready to serve.

Reviews

[Glory822]

This looks great. I can't wait to try it. It does look very close to what my Russian friends used to make.