How to Make Russian Mushroom Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to Russian cuisine, one of the most beloved and popular dishes is the Russian Mushroom Salad. This dish is a classic in Russian households and can be found on the menu at many restaurants throughout the country. It is a dish that showcases the rich and flavorful ingredients that are often used in Russian cooking, and it is a great way to introduce yourself to the flavors of this wonderful cuisine.

The Russian Mushroom Salad is a deliciously simple and comforting dish tha...

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Ingredients

  • 2 potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 4 cups chopped mushrooms
  • 4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and diced
  • 2 red onions, finely chopped
  • 1 cup mayonnaise, or to taste
  • 1 cup finely chopped pickles
  • 1 cup finely chopped cornichons

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 55 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Place potatoes, unpeeled, into a pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and cool until easily handled; peel and dice.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms; cook and stir until browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
  • Cover the bottom of a mold with 2 diced eggs. Layer 1 onion, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1/2 of the mushrooms, and all the potatoes on top. Spread 1/4 cup mayonnaise, all the cornichons, remaining eggs, and another 3 1/2 tablespoons mayonnaise on top. Finish layers with remaining onion, mushrooms, and mayonnaise.
  • Refrigerate until firm, 1 to 2 hours. Invert onto a serving platter and lift off mold.
  • Nutrition

    314 cal.

    • Total Fat: 26g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 120mg
    • Sodium: 609mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 15g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 14mg
    • Calcium: 30mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 432mg