Ensalada Russa Summer Salad

Brighten up your summer table with this vibrant and refreshing Ensalada Rusa Summer Salad, a twist on the classic Spanish-Russian potato salad that's perfect for warm-weather gatherings. Loaded with tender bites of potatoes, carrots, and peas, this creamy salad gets an extra boost of protein from hard-boiled eggs and optional flaky canned tuna. A velvety mayonnaise dressing ties it all together, while briny green olives and fresh parsley add a pop of color and flavor. Quick to prepare and easily customizable, this chilled salad makes an ideal side dish for barbecues or light lunches. With its irresistible combination of creamy textures and bold flavors, this Ensalada Rusa is your go-to recipe for a refreshing summer treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 medium Potatoes
• 2 medium Carrots
• 1 cup Frozen peas
• 3 large Eggs
• 1 can Canned tuna (optional)
• 1 cup Mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Green olives (for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon Parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the potatoes and carrots, then chop them into small, evenly sized cubes of about 1/2 inch.

Step 2

Place the potatoes and carrots into a pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook for 10-12 minutes or until tender but not mushy. Drain and set aside to cool.

Step 3

In a separate small pot, boil the frozen peas for 3-5 minutes or until tender. Drain and let cool.

Step 4

Place the eggs in a small pot, cover them with water, and bring to a boil. Once boiling, lower the heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Transfer the eggs to an ice bath to cool, then peel and chop them into small pieces.

Step 5

If using canned tuna, drain it thoroughly and break it into small flakes with a fork.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the boiled potatoes, carrots, peas, chopped eggs, and tuna (if using).

Step 7

Add the mayonnaise, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Gently mix until all the ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 8

Transfer the salad to a serving dish and smooth out the top. Garnish with green olives and chopped parsley.

Step 9

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 10

Serve cold and enjoy your refreshing Ensalada Rusa Summer Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1844.1 grams (1844.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3305

Total Fat 206.80g	265%
Saturated Fat 23.70g	119%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 877mg	292%
Sodium 5881mg	256%
Total Carbohydrate 261.80g	95%
Dietary Fiber 33.70g	120%
Total Sugars 25.30g
Protein 110.80g	222%

Vitamin D 312IU	1560%
Calcium 400mg	31%
Iron 20mg	109%
Potassium 5991mg	127%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.5%

Protein: 13.2%

Carbs: 31.2%