Salad with mushrooms and cheese "Polyanka"
4 servings
60 minutes
The 'Polanka' salad is a true masterpiece of Russian cuisine, combining the tenderness of cheese, the freshness of vegetables, and the spiciness of pickled mushrooms. Its name reflects the beauty of a forest glade sprinkled with fragrant mushrooms. Legend has it that this salad appeared as a symbol of nature's abundance. It captivates with soft layers of potatoes, eggs, and crunchy cucumbers, creating a harmony of flavors. Mayonnaise binds the ingredients into a whole, adding richness. The greens and mushrooms topping the salad not only decorate but also provide an unmatched aroma. 'Polanka' is perfect for festive gatherings, impressing guests with its unusual presentation and rich taste. This salad is not just a dish but a true gastronomic story that holds the warmth of home evenings and Russian traditions.
1
Boil the potatoes in their skins, peel them, and grate them on a coarse grater.
- Potato: 3 pieces
2
Grate the egg whites on a coarse grater, the yolks on a fine one (separately), and cut the cucumbers into small cubes.
- Chicken egg: 3 pieces
- Pickles: 2 pieces
3
Chop the onion finely and pour boiling water over it.
- Onion: 1 head
4
Grate the cheese on a fine grater and chop the greens finely.
- Hard cheese: 200 g
- Parsley: 1 bunch
5
The salad is layered - layer 1 - potatoes, slightly salted and spread with mayonnaise, layer 2 - cucumbers, layer 3 - egg whites, layer 4 - onions, layer 5 - egg yolks, layer 6 - cheese.
- Potato: 3 pieces
- Mayonnaise: 300 g
- Pickles: 2 pieces
- Chicken egg: 3 pieces
- Onion: 1 head
- Hard cheese: 200 g
- Salt: to taste
6
Sprinkle the salad with greens on top and decorate with whole mushrooms.
- Parsley: 1 bunch
- Pickled mushrooms: 1 jar