Romanian Potato Salad (Salată de Cartofi)

Salată de Cartofi is a traditional Romanian potato salad that is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a side dish for any meal. This creamy and flavorful salad is a staple in Romanian cuisine and is loved for its simplicity and delicious taste.

Romanian Potato Salad (Salată de Cartofi)

Ingredients

  • 4 large potatoes, boiled and diced
  • 3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup chopped pickles
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the diced potatoes and chopped hard-boiled eggs.
  2. Add the mayonnaise, chopped pickles, and chopped red onion to the bowl. Mix gently to combine.
  3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
180 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
3g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Large mixing bowl Serving spoon

Tools

Knife Cutting board Pot for boiling potatoes

Serving suggestions

Serve the Salată de Cartofi chilled as a side dish with grilled meats or as a refreshing addition to a summer picnic spread.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can add a tablespoon of mustard to the mayonnaise dressing or sprinkle some fresh herbs on top before serving.

Cost

$5