Heart-Healthy Russian Salad

Experience a refreshing twist on a classic with this Heart-Healthy Russian Salad, a lighter and nutrient-packed version of the beloved dish. Bursting with vibrant flavors and textures, this recipe combines tender steamed potatoes and carrots, crisp cucumber, sweet apple, and crunchy celery, all brought together with a creamy, tangy dressing made from low-fat Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and a splash of zesty lemon juice. Packed with wholesome ingredients and rich in vitamins, this guilt-free salad swaps out heavy mayonnaise for a heart-smart alternative without sacrificing flavor. Perfect as a side dish or a light lunch, this recipe is easy to prepare, requiring just 20 minutes of prep time. With fresh dill as the finishing touch, it’s a colorful, delicious, and healthy addition to any meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 medium Potatoes
• 2 medium Carrots
• 1 cup Green peas
• 1 medium Apple
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 Celery stalk
• 1 cup Greek yogurt (low-fat)
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh dill

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the potatoes and carrots into small, uniform cubes.

Step 2

Steam or boil the diced potatoes and carrots separately until they are tender but still firm, approximately 10 minutes for potatoes and 7-8 minutes for carrots. Set them aside to cool.

Step 3

While the vegetables are cooking, blanch the green peas in boiling water for about 2-3 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 4

Core the apple and dice it into small cubes. Peel the cucumber and dice it into small cubes as well.

Step 5

Slice the celery stalk into thin slices.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled potatoes, carrots, green peas, diced apple, cucumber, and sliced celery.

Step 7

In a separate bowl, prepare the dressing by mixing the Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad and gently mix everything together until the ingredients are well coated.

Step 9

Finely chop the fresh dill and sprinkle it over the salad. Gently fold to incorporate the dill.

Step 10

Transfer the salad to a serving dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1376.2 grams (1376.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	887

Total Fat 8.30g	11%
Saturated Fat 2.80g	14%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.60g
Cholesterol 16mg	5%
Sodium 1782mg	77%
Total Carbohydrate 164.80g	60%
Dietary Fiber 26.50g	95%
Total Sugars 51.80g
Protein 37.20g	74%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 384mg	30%
Iron 8mg	45%
Potassium 3793mg	81%

*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: 8.5%

Protein: 16.9%

Carbs: 74.7%