Oriental Salad

Name: Oriental Salad
Ingredients: 3 larger potatoes; 1 onion (preferably red; I used white); 3-4 pickled cucumbers; 2 boiled eggs; 1 pickled bell pepper (I used vinegar); olives; salt; olive oil; vinegar

Salad - Oriental Salad by Leopoldina L. - Recipia

The oriental salad is easy to make, with simple ingredients and without much preparation. The potatoes and eggs are boiled, then left to cool while the other ingredients are chopped. The onion, pickled cucumbers, bell pepper, and olives give the salad its specific taste, while oil and vinegar are added at the end, according to preference. It is a suitable dish for a light dinner and can be adjusted depending on how sour or salty you prefer it. Quick Info Total time: not specified in the original recipe Preparation time: not specified Cooking time: as needed for boiling the potatoes and eggs Servings: not specified Difficulty: easy Recipe type: potato salad, suitable for dinner Ingredients 3 larger potatoes 1 onion, preferably red; white onion can also be used 3-4 pickled cucumbers 2 boiled eggs 1 pickled bell pepper; the recipe used one in vinegar Olives, to taste Salt Olive oil, to taste Vinegar, to taste Preparation method 1. Boil the potatoes and eggs. Once they are ready, let them cool before cutting and mixing. It is easier to work with them once they are no longer hot, and the ingredients will not become mushy unnecessarily. 2. Meanwhile, prepare the other ingredients. Cut the onion into julienne, that is, into thin strips. The pickled cucumbers and bell pepper can be cut into larger or smaller pieces, depending on how you prefer them in the salad. 3. After they have cooled, peel the potatoes and cut them into pieces. It is not necessary for all pieces to be the same size, but they should be large enough not to crumble immediately when mixed. 4. Place the potatoes, onion, pickled cucumbers, bell pepper, and olives in a bowl. Gently mix these ingredients before adding the eggs. 5. Cut the boiled eggs and add them at the end. This is a useful detail, especially if you want the eggs to remain visible in the salad and not turn into very small pieces. Mix carefully. 6. Adjust the salad with salt. Keep in mind that the olives and pickled ingredients are already salty, so it is better to taste before adding too much salt. 7. Pour in the olive oil and then the vinegar, according to taste. Mix a little more, without crushing the potatoes and eggs. The oriental salad is ready to serve. It can be eaten as is, especially for dinner when you want something simple and easy to prepare. Why I make the recipe often I make it often because it is prepared with ingredients I frequently use and does not require a complicated composition. The potatoes and eggs are the base, and the other ingredients can be chopped according to preferences. The red onion has a more pronounced taste, but the white one also fits, as I have used it too. I also like the fact that the salad can be adjusted at the end. If the pickled ingredients are more sour, less vinegar can be added. If you prefer a more intense taste, vinegar and oil can be added gradually after the salad has been mixed. Tips Let the potatoes and eggs cool before combining them with the other ingredients. This way, the salad mixes more easily, and the ingredients hold their shape better. Add the eggs after mixing the potatoes, onion, pickles, and olives. They are more fragile and crumble easily if added at the beginning and mixed too much. Salt should be added carefully. The pickled cucumbers, bell pepper in vinegar, and olives may already bring enough salt. It is safest to taste the salad before the final seasoning. Oil and vinegar are added at the end, not all at once. This way, you can more easily control the taste and texture of the salad. Substitutions Red onion can be replaced with white onion. Both options fit, with the difference mainly being the onion's taste and intensity. The pickled bell pepper can be used in brine or vinegar, but in this recipe, one in vinegar was used. If the bell pepper is already very sour, add the vinegar in moderation. Olive oil is the recommended one in the recipe. The amount is not fixed, so you can add it gradually until the salad has the desired consistency. Variations You can cut the ingredients into larger or smaller pieces. Larger pieces hold the texture of the potatoes and pickles better, while finer cutting offers a more homogeneous salad. The amount of pickled cucumbers can be chosen within the limit of the 3-4 pieces mentioned in the recipe, depending on how sour you like the dish. Olives are added according to preference, as the original recipe does not specify an amount. You can use fewer or more, keeping in mind that they also influence the salt level. The final taste can be modified by adjusting the ratio of oil to vinegar. It is not necessary to put a fixed amount; it is enough to add a little at a time and taste. Serving ideas The salad can be served as is, for dinner, as presented in the recipe. It is also suitable when you want a simple dish without complicated preparation. For a more pleasant presentation, keep a few slices of egg or a few olives to place on top, but these belong to the same ingredients of the recipe. Frequently asked questions 1. Can I use white onion instead of red onion? Yes. The recipe indicates red onion as the preferred option, but white onion can also be used. It is the version used in the presented recipe. 2. When are the boiled eggs added? The eggs are added at the end, after the potatoes and other ingredients have been mixed. This way, they crumble less and remain visible pieces in the salad. 3. How much vinegar should be added? The amount is not specified and is determined according to taste. Add the vinegar gradually, especially if you have used pickled cucumbers and bell pepper in vinegar. 4. Can the ingredients be cut into different sizes? Yes. The recipe allows cutting into larger or smaller pieces, depending on preference. It is important to mix carefully after adding the eggs. 5. What do I do if the salad is too salty? Do not add more salt and taste again after all ingredients have been mixed. The pickled ingredients and olives can have different salt levels, which is why seasoning is safer at the end. Nutritional values The values below are estimates and depend on the size of the potatoes, the amount of olives, oil, and the number of servings. For a serving calculated from the entire recipe divided into 3-4 servings, the estimate can be around: Calories: approximately 250-350 kcal Protein: approximately 6-9 g Carbohydrates: approximately 30-40 g Fats: approximately 10-18 g The largest caloric difference comes from the amount of olive oil and olives used. The potatoes mainly contribute carbohydrates, while the eggs provide protein and fats. Since the quantities for oil and olives are not mentioned exactly, the values cannot be considered precise. Storage and reheating The oriental salad can be stored in the refrigerator in a covered container if not consumed immediately. It is best consumed as soon as possible because it contains boiled eggs, pickles, and already boiled potatoes. It is not reheated. It is served cold or left a little at room temperature before the meal. If it has been in the fridge, mix gently before serving, as the oil and vinegar may separate.

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