Sałatka Jarzynowa: Polish Vegetable Salad

“A staple at gatherings and celebrations, this creamy and colourful dish, reminiscent of the Olivier salad, combines root vegetables, tart apples, and tangy pickles for an intriguing balance of flavours. With countless variations and personal twists, every home cook brings their own unique recipe to the table. But let’s start with the classic.”

WHAT DIETS IS THIS SAŁATKA JARZYNOWA SUITABLE FOR?

This recipe is suitable for vegetarians and those who follow a gluten-free diet.

To make it vegan-friendly, swap regular mayo for a vegan version and skip the eggs.

HOW LONG CAN YOU KEEP THIS POLISH SAŁATKA IN THE FRIDGE?

Since this salad is mayo-based, you shouldn’t keep it out at room temperature for more than 3 hours. In practice though, it usually stays out for longer – and so far, I haven’t heard about any casualties.

Make sure to refrigerate any leftovers in a container with a lid. Jars work really well here.

The salad should generally be eaten within 1-2 days after preparation. That’s mainly due to the eggs, onions, apples, and most importantly, mayonnaise. This creamy dressing really shortens its lifespan.

That’s why most home cooks refrigerate this salad without mayonnaise, adding it just before serving. That way you can enjoy it for up to 2-3 days.

CAN I FREEZE THIS VEGGIE SALAD?

The leftovers cannot be frozen.

But you can freeze it mid-way; meaning – cooked & diced vegetables, without any full sour pickles, eggs, onions, and mayo. This way, it will be quicker to prepare it later.

FAQs about the Polish Vegetable Salad

Can I make this salad vegan?

Yes, to make this salad vegan skip the eggs and replace the mayonnaise with soy-milk-based vegan mayo. Soy milk acts as an emulsifier and produces really rich mayo.

Can I make this salad vegetarian?

Yes, to make this salad vegetarian, skip the eggs and replace the mayonnaise with eggless soy-milk mayo.

Can I make the Polish vegetable salad ahead of time?

Yes, you can make the Polish veggie salad up to 24 hours in advance. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator till ready to serve.

Can I store leftover Salatka Jarzynowa in the refrigerator?

Yes, you can store leftover Polish vegetable salad in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Transfer it to an airtight container before storing.

Can I make the Jarzynowa salad less fattening?

To make this Jarzynowa salad less fattening, replace half the mayo with a flavorless yogurt.

What is the difference between Russian salad and Stolichny salad?

The Stolichny Salad is Ivan Ivanov’s version of the Olivier salad or Russian salad. His version, the Stolichny salad uses smoked or boiled chicken instead of the other meats used in the Russian salad.

INGREDIENTS

3 medium potatoes (approx. 0.8 lb, 12 oz, 350 g), waxy-type
4 large carrots (approx. 1 lb, 450 g)
2-3 parsley roots (approx. 0.5 lb, 225 g); can replace with more celeriac or turnip
½ small celeriac/celery root (approx. 9 oz, 250 g); can replace with parsley root
4 eggs