Romanian Potato Salad

Transport your taste buds to Eastern Europe with this creamy and vibrant Romanian Potato Salad, a delightful twist on classic potato salad recipes. Featuring tender boiled potatoes and carrots, protein-packed hard-boiled eggs, and the tangy crunch of diced pickles, this dish is brought together by a luscious dressing of mayonnaise and mustard, perfectly seasoned with salt and black pepper. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, this versatile salad is both comforting and refreshing, making it an ideal side dish for gatherings, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. With just a 20-minute prep time and an hour in the fridge to allow the flavors to meld, this easy Romanian classic is sure to become a crowd favorite. Perfectly balanced and irresistibly creamy, it's a must-try for fans of global flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium Potatoes
• 2 medium Carrots
• 3 large Eggs
• 3 medium Pickles
• 200 grams Mayonnaise
• 2 teaspoons Mustard
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the potatoes and carrots thoroughly, leaving the skins on, and place them in a large pot.

Step 2

Fill the pot with water until all the vegetables are fully submerged and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Reduce to a simmer and cook for 20-25 minutes or until the potatoes and carrots are tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 4

While the vegetables are cooking, place the eggs in a separate pot, cover them with water, and bring to a boil. Once boiling, simmer for 10 minutes. Immediately transfer the eggs to an ice bath to cool, then peel and set aside.

Step 5

Drain the cooked potatoes and carrots and let them cool completely. Once cool, peel the skins off the potatoes and dice both the potatoes and carrots into bite-sized cubes.

Step 6

Dice the pickles into small pieces and set aside.

Step 7

In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced potatoes, carrots, pickles, and chopped hard-boiled eggs.

Step 8

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 9

Pour the dressing over the mixed ingredients and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.

Step 10

Transfer the salad to a serving dish and garnish with parsley, if desired.

Step 11

Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1659.7 grams (1659.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2512

Total Fat 161.30g	207%
Saturated Fat 18.40g	92%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.70g
Cholesterol 754mg	251%
Sodium 6221mg	270%
Total Carbohydrate 230.60g	84%
Dietary Fiber 25.70g	92%
Total Sugars 21.00g
Protein 42.40g	85%

Vitamin D 123IU	615%
Calcium 455mg	35%
Iron 13mg	72%
Potassium 5344mg	114%

*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: 57.1%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 36.3%