The Best Soviet Dish - Russian Potato Salad AKA Oliver | Оливье

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cooked chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is often more affordable and easy to find

Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 20 minutes.

Peel and dice the boiled potatoes into small cubes.

Boil carrots until tender, about 15 minutes, then peel and dice.

Chop pickles into small pieces.

Dice boiled eggs and set aside.

Shred or chop Bologna or Baked/Smoked Ham into bite-sized pieces.

In a large bowl, combine potatoes, carrots, peas, pickles, eggs, and meat.

Add more mayonnaise than you think you'll need and mustard (if using) to the mixture and stir gently to combine.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Garnish with fresh dill before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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