Russian Salad (ensalada Rusa)

Russian Salad, also known as Ensalada Rusa, is a popular dish in Uruguayan cuisine. This creamy and colorful salad is made with potatoes, carrots, peas, and mayonnaise, and it's perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a side dish for any meal.

Russian Salad (ensalada Rusa)

Ingredients

  • 3 potatoes, boiled and diced
  • 2 carrots, boiled and diced
  • 1 cup of peas, cooked
  • 1 cup of mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup of cooked ham, diced
  • 1/4 cup of pickles, diced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the diced potatoes, carrots, and peas.
  2. Add the mayonnaise, diced ham, and pickles. Mix well.
  3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
200 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
3g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Large bowl Saucepan Knife Cutting board

Tools

Mixing spoon Refrigerator

Serving suggestions

Serve the Russian Salad as a side dish with grilled meats or as part of a buffet spread for a party.

Tips & tricks

For a creamier texture, you can add a little bit of sour cream to the mayonnaise dressing.

Cost

$8