Boiled vegetable salad with mayonnaise

Delicious boiled vegetable salad with mayonnaise

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes
Number of servings: 4

If you're looking for a quick and healthy recipe that highlights vegetables, you've come to the right place! The boiled vegetable salad with mayonnaise is a versatile dish, perfect for a lunch or a savory side for more elaborate dinners. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also extremely tasty, being an excellent way to incorporate vegetables into your diet.

The ingredients needed for this salad are:
- 2 celery stalks
- 2 medium carrots
- 1 parsley root
- 2 medium potatoes
- 150 ml mayonnaise (you can use homemade mayonnaise for a more intense flavor)
- 1 teaspoon mustard (preferably Dijon, for a slightly spicy flavor)
- 150 ml extra virgin olive oil (choose a quality oil for a special taste)
- Fresh parsley leaves (for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper, to taste

Step 1: Preparing the vegetables
Start by cleaning the vegetables. Wash the celery, carrots, parsley, and potatoes under cold running water. Cut the vegetables into equal-sized cubes so they cook evenly. Potatoes are denser, so you can cut smaller cubes to cook them faster.

Step 2: Boiling the vegetables
Put the vegetables in a large pot with salted water. Bring the water to a boil and let the vegetables cook for 10-15 minutes until they are tender, but do not let them fall apart in the water. Check them periodically with a fork. When ready, drain the vegetables and let them cool.

Step 3: Preparing the mayonnaise
In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise with the mustard, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar. Mix well until you achieve a creamy emulsion. Add salt and pepper to taste. It is important to use extra virgin olive oil, as it will add a rich and authentic flavor to your salad.

Step 4: Assembling the salad
Once the vegetables have cooled, add them to the bowl with the mayonnaise. Gently mix with a spatula to evenly coat the vegetables with the dressing. Be careful not to mash the vegetables!

Step 5: Serving
Transfer the salad to a platter and garnish with fresh parsley leaves. This boiled vegetable salad with mayonnaise is delicious both warm and cold, so you can prepare it a day in advance and serve it the next day. It pairs perfectly with grilled meats or can be enjoyed as a vegetarian dish.

Variation suggestions:
For a more exotic touch, you can add olives or a squeeze of lemon for a fresh taste. You can also experiment with different vegetables, such as peas or bell peppers, to add more color and texture to the salad.

This boiled vegetable salad with mayonnaise recipe is not only simple but also an excellent way to enjoy vegetables in a delicious way. Dare to try and personalize the recipe to suit your tastes! Enjoy your meal!

 Ingredients: celery, carrots, parsley, potato salad, mayonnaise, a teaspoon of mustard, 150 milliliters of extra virgin olive oil, parsley leaves, a teaspoon of balsamic vinegar, a little pepper