Name: Olivier Potato Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Eastern European
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes (2 to 3 large or 4 to 5 medium potatoes); 4 large eggs; 2 carrots, peeled and cubed; 1 cup fresh English peas or frozen peas; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup white wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons capers, drained; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 cup cubed ham, optional; 2 tablespoons minced fresh dill, plus more for garnish

Olivier Potato Salad

For a potato salad that’s as good as the main dish, make Olivier potato salad. The Eastern European recipe is creamy and packed with delicious ingredients—the perfect summer side dish.

45 min total 15 min prep 30 min cook 8 235 cal

Instructions

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1 Bring a medium to large pot of salted water to a boil. Meanwhile, peel the potatoes and cube them into about 1/2-inch cubes. Add to the boiling water and simmer until the potatoes are tender but not falling apart, about 12 minutes. Drain the potatoes and let cool while you prepare the other ingredients (don’t rinse the potatoes).
2 Refill your pot with a few inches of water and add the eggs. They should be covered by about an inch of water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, cover with a lid and turn off the heat. Let sit for 12 minutes. Meanwhile, fill a medium bowl halfway with ice water. Use a slotted spoon or tongs to move the eggs from the hot water to the ice water and let sit until cool enough to handle. Peel and chop.
3 While the eggs cool, add the chopped carrots to the simmering water and cook for 4 minutes. Then add the peas and cook 1 more minute. Drain the carrots and peas.
4 In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, vinegar, capers, mustard, salt, and pepper. Add the potatoes, eggs, carrots, peas, ham (if using), and dill and stir together until combined. Taste and add seasoning, if needed. Garnish with dill. Serve immediately or store in the fridge for up to 4 days. Love the recipe? Leave us stars and a comment below!