This delicious, creamy salad is made with diced potatoes, carrots, peas, and sometimes ham or eggs, all tossed in a smooth mayonnaise dressing. It’s a chilled and hearty salad, perfect for summer meals, potlucks, or as a side dish for BBQs.
📝 Ingredients:
- 2 medium potatoes (boiled and diced)
- 1 large carrot (boiled and diced)
- ½ cup green peas (boiled)
- 2 boiled eggs (optional, diced)
- ½ cup cooked ham or paneer (optional, diced)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp mustard (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1 tsp lemon juice (optional, for tang)
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🥣 Instructions:
- Boil the Veggies:
Boil potatoes, carrots, and green peas until soft but firm. Let them cool completely. - Dice Evenly:
Dice all the boiled vegetables and any optional ingredients like ham or eggs into small, uniform cubes. - Mix Dressing:
In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, salt, pepper, and mustard (if using). Mix well. - Toss Everything Together:
Add the chopped vegetables to the dressing. Gently mix until everything is evenly coated. - Chill and Serve:
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Serve cold for the best taste and texture.
🌞 Why This Salad Is Great for Summer:
- No heavy cooking
- Served chilled
- Customizable with ingredients
- Packed with nutrients and flavor