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Traditional Lithuanian White Salad

Cultural Context

Originating from Lithuania, this salad is a staple at festive gatherings and family meals, often served alongside meats. It reflects the country's agricultural heritage, utilizing readily available vegetables and eggs. In modern times, variations abound, with some adding pickles or apples for extra flavor, making it a beloved dish in many Eastern European homes.

LithuanianLTside
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups cooked potatoes
1 cup cooked carrots
1 cup pickled cucumbers
4 cooked eggs
1 cup cooked peas
1 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon black pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

cooked cauliflower

🥗Healthier: steamed broccoli

💰Cheaper: cooked cabbage

Steamed broccoli offers similar texture with added nutrients.

1

Cut the cooked potatoes into cubes.

2

Boil the eggs until hard-boiled.

3

Cut the cooked carrots into cubes.

4

Cut 3 pickled cucumbers into pieces.

5

Cut the cooked eggs into pieces.

6

Add cooked peas to the mixture.

7

Add all the peppers (black pepper) to the mixture.

8

Add 5 tablespoons of mayonnaise, then mix.

9

Add a 6th tablespoon of mayonnaise if the salad seems dry and mix again.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixing

Equipment Needed

large potcolandermixing bowlspatulaknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

eggsdairy

Also Known As

Balta salotaLithuanian White Salad

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