Tuesday, September 27, 2016

Continental food - Veg. Russian (Olivier) Salad with Pasta

Russian Salad is also known as Olivier Salad. It's a common dish in European countries. It's basically a potato based salad with other ingredients. Normally vegetables and fruits are added, along with sour cream or mayonnaise. Boiled meat or fish can be added if preferred. Pasta is also added as a variation. There are probably hundreds of versions of this dish.
Here we present our version of Veg Russian Salad with pasta. Do try it out and let us know how it tasted.
Ingredients:
  • 75 g - Pasta (we used penne pasta) cooked al-dente (boiled fully and then ice water is poured to prevent further cooking due to heat)
  • Apple - 1/2 peeled and cubed.
  • Black/green grapes - 10-15, washed.
  • Potatoes - 1/2 medium size. Boiled, peeled and cubed.
  • Carrots - 1 small. Sliced in round/oval. Can be par-boiled if you don't want the crunchy texture.
  • Baby corn - 1/2. Sliced round.
  • Broccoli - 50 g. Cut to small florets and blanched in hot water.
  • Beans - 5/6. Chopped it fine and boil for 3-4 minutes.
  • Lettuce - 1 large leaf. Torn with hand in small pieces.
  • Mayonnaise - 2-3 tbsp. Can be adjusted as per your personal preferences.
Seasoning:
  • Oregano seasoning - 1/2 tsp or adjust.
  • Red chilli flakes - 1/2 tsp or adjust.
  • Salt - To taste.
Things to note:
  • It's better if all ingredients are chilled in fridge for at least 1 hour as it tastes better when cold/chilled.
  • Check if your mayonnaise is salty as it may change the overall taste.
Preparation:
  • Take a large bowl.
  • Add and mix all the ingredients, except mayonnaise, in the bowl.
  • Then add the mayonnaise and mix well.
  • Add the seasoning and mix again.
Serving:
  • Pour portions in bowls/plates and serve chilled.
  • Bon appetit. Enjoy your pasta.
Hope this recipe is useful. Please leave your feedback/queries as comments.


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