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Potato and Carrot Salad (Lithuanian Balta Mišrainė)

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Potato and Carrot Salad

Cultural Context

Originating from Lithuania, Potato and Carrot Salad is a staple in many households, often served during festive occasions and family gatherings. This dish reflects the Lithuanian love for hearty, simple ingredients that come together to create a comforting meal. Today, variations can be found across Eastern Europe, with each region adding its unique twist to the classic recipe.

LithuanianLTside
40 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 medium size Russet potatoes (about 800g)
1 pound carrots (450 g)
4 hard-boiled eggs
1 regular size can of peas
2-3 whole or 1 cup of slices dill pickles
2 heaping tablespoons of mayonnaise
salt and black pepper to taste

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

1

Steam or boil potatoes and carrots until tender, about 20-25 minutes for potatoes and 15 minutes for small carrots.

2

Let them cool completely.

3

Peel carrots and potatoes, and cut them into small pieces (potatoes into larger pieces and carrots into smaller).

4

Cut a few pickles into small pieces.

5

Drain the peas.

6

Combine all veggies into a large bowl, mix, add salt and pepper, add mayo, and mix well.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixingchilling

Equipment Needed

large bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-freeegg-free

Allergens

egg

Also Known As

Bulvių ir morkų salotos
Local Name: Bulvių ir morkų salotos

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