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Ensaladilla Rusa (Spanish Potato Salad with Eggs)

Ensaladilla Rusa is a classic Spanish salad featuring tender potatoes, peas, carrots, and hard-boiled eggs, all mixed with creamy mayonnaise. It's a crowd-pleasing appetizer or side dish that’s cool, refreshing, and perfect for gatherings. Serve chilled with breadsticks or crackers for an authentic Spanish experience.

Timing needs review6 servings320 cal

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Place diced potatoes and carrots in a large pot and cover with cold salted water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until tender, about 10-12 minutes.

  2. 2

    In a separate saucepan, place the eggs and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 9-10 minutes. Transfer eggs to an ice bath, peel, and chop.

  3. 3

    Add the peas to the potatoes and carrots during the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain and cool all vegetables under cold water.

  4. 4

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled potatoes, carrots, peas, chopped eggs, roasted red peppers, tuna, and green olives.

  5. 5

    Fold in mayonnaise, then season with salt and black pepper to taste. Mix gently until well combined.

  6. 6

    Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. Before serving, garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

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