Russain Salad | Olivier Salad

A Traditional Russian Salad made with mix vegetables and selected fruits 
dressed up with creamy mayonnaise & yogurt.

Russian salad, also popular as a Olivier salad is a traditional side dish from Russia and very famous worldwide.  This tasty and creamy  salad is quick and easy to make. Yogurt gives the Russian Salad an extra burst of flavor. It goes great at any occasion. Suitable as a side dish or filling of tart, sandwich or anything. I served it in crispy bread cups in kids party and it was a hit. Try this easy recipe to make Russian salad.

Preparation Time : 10 mins.

YIELD :6 persons

Ingredients:

Apple - 1 medium size. (finely chopped with skin)

Pineapple chunks - 1/4 cup

Boiled potato - 1 medium (finely hopped)

Mixed Vegetables - 2 cups finely chopped {carrot, green peas, cucumber, capsicum}

Mayonnaise - 1/2 cup

Thick yogurt -  1/2 cup

Cream - 2 tbsp

sugar - 1/2 tbsp

Salt and black pepper as per taste  

Method:

1. Parboil carrot and green peas with salt if using them raw. If using frozen soak them in hot water for 5-8 minutes. Once done drain and let it cool down.
2. In a large mixing bowl, add all vegetables, potato, apple and pineapple.
3. Add mayonnaise, yogurt and cream. Add in sugar, salt and fresh black pepper powder.
4. Toss them well and keep in fridge for 15-20 mins to cool down.
5. Serve the salad with bread or tart or as per your choice of food.

Note:

• For non veg version add boiled egg and ham.
• Complete your evening meal by simple fill this salad in between bread slices and make a Russian salad sandwich.
• I simply made bread cups and serve this salad in bread cups as a starter in party. (Tune in to recipe)

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