Russian Salad

Indulge in the classic charm of Russian Salad, a beloved dish packed with vibrant colors, hearty ingredients, and a creamy, tangy dressing. This timeless recipe combines tender potatoes, sweet carrots, and plump peas with juicy chunks of chicken breast, diced hard-boiled eggs, and crunchy pickled cucumbers, all coated in a luscious mayonnaise dressing seasoned with salt and black pepper. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make salad is ready in just an hour and can be served as a refreshing side dish or a satisfying main course. Its make-ahead convenience and irresistible flavors make it a must-try for potlucks, picnics, or festive gatherings. Serve it chilled for the ultimate crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams potatoes
• 200 grams carrots
• 150 grams frozen peas
• 3 large eggs
• 200 grams chicken breast
• 100 grams pickled cucumbers
• 150 grams mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel the potatoes and carrots. Cut the potatoes into small cubes, about half an inch in size. Dice the carrots into similar-sized pieces.

Step 2

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil over medium heat. Add the diced potatoes and carrots, and cook for 10-12 minutes, until they are tender but not mushy. Drain and set aside to cool.

Step 3

In a separate pot, boil the eggs for about 10-12 minutes until hard-boiled. Drain them and place into cold water to cool, then peel and dice the eggs.

Step 4

Cook the frozen peas by boiling them in water for about 2-3 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool.

Step 5

In a small pot, place the chicken breast and cover it with water. Boil for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. Remove from water, let it cool, then dice the chicken into small cubes.

Step 6

Dice the pickled cucumbers into small pieces similar to the other ingredients.

Step 7

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked potatoes, carrots, peas, eggs, diced chicken, and pickled cucumbers.

Step 8

Add the mayonnaise to the bowl, and season with salt and black pepper. Gently mix everything together until well combined.

Step 9

Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if necessary. Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to combine.

Step 10

Serve the Russian Salad cold as a side dish or a main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1257.2 grams (1257.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2091

Total Fat 130.70g	168%
Saturated Fat 16.50g	83%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.20g
Cholesterol 877mg	292%
Sodium 4198mg	183%
Total Carbohydrate 139.40g	51%
Dietary Fiber 20.10g	72%
Total Sugars 25.90g
Protein 96.30g	193%

Vitamin D 123IU	615%
Calcium 264mg	20%
Iron 10mg	55%
Potassium 3401mg	72%

*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: 18.2%

Carbs: 26.3%