Best 7 Creamy Russian Salad Recipes

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Indulge your taste buds in the delectable symphony of flavors that is Creamy Russian Salad. This classic salad, which originated in Russia, has captivated hearts and palates worldwide with its creamy, tangy, and refreshing taste. Whether you're hosting a gathering, seeking a light lunch option, or simply craving a comforting meal, this versatile dish offers a delightful culinary experience.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

AUTHENTIC RUSSIAN SALAD 'OLIVYE'



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This is a recipe my mom and grandmother use every time there's a family gathering or a special occasion. To make this a vegetarian dish just leave out the ham. Potatoes, carrots, and eggs do not have to be chilled completely after boiling. Dill can be substituted for parsley if desired.

Provided by lovefullofpie

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Dairy-Free Potato Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 potatoes, peeled
1 carrot, or more to taste
4 eggs
6 large pickles, cut into cubes
1 (15 ounce) can peas, drained
½ cup cubed fully cooked ham, or to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, or to taste
½ cup mayonnaise, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add potatoes and carrot. Return mixture to a boil and add eggs; cook until potatoes are tender, 20 to 30 minutes. Drain and slightly cool mixture. Chop potatoes and carrot; peel and chop eggs.
  • Mix potatoes, carrot, eggs, pickles, peas, ham, and parsley together in a large bowl; stir in mayonnaise until salad is evenly coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.4 calories, Carbohydrate 30.7 g, Cholesterol 82.4 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 1306.5 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

RUSSIAN DRESSING



Russian Dressing image

Russian dressing and Thousand Island are similar in that they are both creamy and salmon in color. However, Russian salad dressing is spicier with the addition of ingredients like horseradish and pepper sauce, while pickle relish gives Thousand Island a sweeter flavor. -Francine Lizotte, Surrey, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 1-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup chili sauce
1 tablespoon minced shallot
1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk all ingredients until blended. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 210mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

RUSSIAN SALAD



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Basically a vegetable-studded potato salad with mayonnaise, Russian salad is hugely popular all over the world for family gatherings and festive events. It's a beloved, traditional party dish riffed on almost everywhere but my own home: I'd only ever seen pasty, congealed versions I would never wish to eat until I tried this one from Vladimir Ocokoljic, served at his Serbian restaurant Kafana in New York City. While not quite as demanding as his aunt back in Belgrade, who used to slice even the peas in half, Mr. Ocokoljic insists on the tiny dice (each ingredient should match the size of a pea) and emphatically dislikes any sweet pickles (only gherkins or cornichons are a fit), making the finished dish delicate, luscious and savory. Whisking pickle brine into the mayonnaise creates a liquidy slurry, loose enough to dress the salad without its becoming smushed and gluey.

Provided by Gabrielle Hamilton

Categories     salads and dressings, vegetables, appetizer, side dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 1/2 cups (about 12 servings)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Kosher salt and black pepper
3 medium yellow potatoes (about 1 pound), washed
5 thin carrots (about 1/2 pound), washed
10 ounces frozen peas
4 large eggs, fridge-cold
3 1/2 ounces boiled ham
1 cup drained cornichons and 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons of their brine
1 scant cup Hellmann's mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to boil. Season with salt.
  • Add whole potatoes to the boiling water, and cook 15 minutes. Add whole carrots to the cooking potatoes, and cook both another 10 minutes. Remove potatoes and carrots with a spider when easily pierced with a cake tester or a very thin knife blade, and set aside in a bowl.
  • Add frozen peas to boiling water, and using the spider, remove them to a separate bowl as they float, until all peas have floated and been transferred to the bowl.
  • Gently add the eggs, and allow to boil 10 minutes.
  • While the eggs cook, peel the potatoes and carrots under cold running water by rubbing them gently with your fingers. Rinse the peas under cold running water to cool.
  • Once the eggs are cooked, drain them, and peel under cold running water.
  • Neatly dice the potatoes, carrots, ham, eggs and cornichons to the same approximate (and rather small) size as the peas, aiming for uniformity. Gently toss them all together in a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise with the cornichon brine, and pour over the salad. Toss gently with rubber spatula or using your fingers until the salad is well coated. Season with several hearty grinds of black pepper.
  • Refrigerate overnight, and serve cold.

CREAMY RUSSIAN SALAD



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This has a short list of ingredients and is quick to put together. It is one of the fresher dishes on the Russian menu and absolutely wonderful as a side dish to chicken or lamb.

Provided by JackieOhNo

Categories     Russian

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced (about 2 medium-sized)
1 1/2 cups radishes, thinly sliced (about 8-10)
2 spring onions, thinly sliced
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill
salt and white pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Place the cucumbers and radishes in a large bowl. Add the remaining ingredients and toss until the vegetables are coated thoroughly.
  • Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128.2, Fat 11.5, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 29.9, Sodium 65.4, Carbohydrate 5.6, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 3.9, Protein 2

HOMEMADE RUSSIAN SALAD DRESSING



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Sometimes you need some Russian dressing as an accompaniment to a dish you are making (such as a nice Reuben sandwich), but it doesn't make sense to buy a whole bottle that will just go unused. This will help you out in those times.

Provided by JackieOhNo

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar or 2 tablespoons sherry wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons grated onions
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
3 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Whisk together all ingredient in a small bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1110.3, Fat 81.6, SaturatedFat 11.3, Sodium 4226.5, Carbohydrate 98.6, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 90.4, Protein 3.5

RUSSIAN STYLE CREAMY SALAD DRESSING



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Make and share this Russian Style Creamy Salad Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by seattlelove

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons grated onions
1/2 teaspoon ground dry mustard
4 drops hot sauce
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons heavy cream
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, ketchup, onion, mustard, hot sauce, Worcestershire, cream and parsley until smooth. Chill overnight to let ingredients incorporate. Serve over salads, eggs, chilled veggies or meat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86.2, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 10.1, Sodium 200.8, Carbohydrate 5.9, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 3, Protein 0.5

EASY RUSSIAN SALAD



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This easy Russian salad is the perfect accompaniment to leftover meat, or great on its own also

Provided by Mary Cadogan

Categories     Lunch, Side dish, Supper

Time 18m

Yield With cold meats

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 carrots , peeled and cut into small chunks
3 waxy potatoes , cut into small chunks
mugful frozen peas
6 small cornichons or gherkins , sliced
2 rounded tbsp light mayonnaise
a little chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Cook the carrots and potatoes in a pan of boiling salted water for 4 mins, then throw in the peas and cook for 4 mins more until all the vegetables are tender. Drain, cool for a few mins, then tip into a bowl with the cornichons, mayonnaise and parsley, if using. Mix well and season to taste. Delicious with leftover roast beef or lamb, wedges of pork pie or cold sliced ham or chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 calories, Fat 4 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 18 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, Sodium 0.55 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your salad.
  • Boil your vegetables until they are tender, but not mushy. You want them to retain their shape and texture.
  • Allow the vegetables to cool completely before adding them to the salad. This will help to prevent the salad from becoming watery.
  • Use a good quality mayonnaise. This is the key ingredient in Russian salad, so don't skimp on it.
  • Add the mayonnaise to the salad gradually, stirring constantly. This will help to prevent the salad from becoming too thick or oily.
  • Season the salad to taste. You may want to add additional salt, pepper, or other spices.
  • Garnish the salad with fresh herbs, such as dill or parsley. This will add a pop of color and flavor.
  • Serve the salad chilled. This is the best way to enjoy its refreshing flavor.

Conclusion:

Russian salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, a side dish, or a main course. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a new salad to try, give Russian salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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