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Creamy Persian Salad Olivieh


  • Author: emilyharper
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

A vibrant and flavorful salad made with chicken, potatoes, and a creamy dressing, perfect for picnics and gatherings.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
  • 1 cup boiled potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
  • 1/2 cup pickles (diced)
  • 1/2 cup carrots, finely diced
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Juice of 1 lemon

Instructions

  1. Cook the Chicken: Season raw chicken with salt, pepper, and lemon juice, then poach in simmering water for 20-25 minutes until cooked. Shred into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Boil the Potatoes: Peel and cut potatoes into chunks, boil in salted water for 10-15 minutes until fork-tender.
  3. Prepare the Vegetables: Steam or boil green peas and carrots until tender, then rinse under cold water.
  4. Mix it All Together: In a mixing bowl, combine chicken, potatoes, peas, carrots, and pickles. Fold gently to mix.
  5. Prepare the Dressing: Whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
  6. Combine and Chill: Pour dressing over salad mixture and fold until well-coated. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Serve It Up: Gently stir salad before serving and adjust seasonings if needed.

Notes

Great as a filling for sandwiches or served with pita chips. Can substitute chicken with chickpeas for a vegetarian version.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Persian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: salad, Persian, picnic, creamy, chicken, vegetables