Olivier Salad
Olivier Salad is a traditional Russian salad known for its creamy texture and combination of diced vegetables, meats, and mayonnaise. It is a staple at Russian celebrations and New Year's feasts, symbolizing hospitality and festivity.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups diced
- 1 cup diced
- 4 large, chopped
- 1 cup diced
- 1 cup diced
- 1 cup
- 1 cup
- 1 teaspoon
- 2 tablespoons chopped
- to taste
- to taste
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Russian
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Last updated 4/1/2026
The salad was invented in the 1860s by Lucien Olivier, a Belgian chef working in Moscow, combining European culinary techniques with Russian ingredients to create a luxurious dish.
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