Oriental salad with pickles

To prepare a delicious and healthy salad, we will start by preparing the essential ingredients. First, we take fresh carrots, carefully peel them, and then wash them under cold running water to remove any impurities. Once they are clean, we put them to boil in a pot of boiling water, allowing them to cook until they become tender but not overly soft.

In parallel, we turn our attention to the potatoes. They are thoroughly washed in clean water to remove any traces of dirt, after which we also put them to boil. It is important to ensure that both the carrots and potatoes are cooked evenly, so it is recommended to check them with a fork to ensure they are ready.

After the vegetables have boiled, we remove them from the water and let them cool slightly. The potatoes are peeled, rinsed again with cold water, and cut into suitable cubes. The carrots, in turn, are rinsed and sliced into rounds.

Next, we take care of the other ingredients. The pickled cucumbers, with their unmistakable flavor, are sliced into fine rounds, and the bell peppers are sliced into short and thin pieces to add a crunchy texture to the salad. The olives, rich in healthy fats, are also prepared; we remove the pits and slice them carefully, making sure to preserve their intense flavor.

Once all the vegetables are ready, we turn our attention to the green onion. It is peeled, washed, and cut into julienne to give the salad a touch of freshness and a slightly spicy flavor.

Now, all the vegetables – sliced carrots, cubed potatoes, pickled cucumbers, bell peppers, and onion – are placed in a large bowl. We sprinkle an appropriate amount of salt over the mixture to enhance their flavors, and add a tablespoon of balsamic vinegar, which will bring a pleasant acidity. Finally, we pour four tablespoons of olive oil, which will coat all the ingredients in a delicious and aromatic dressing.

We carefully mix all the ingredients, ensuring that each piece of vegetable is well coated with our dressing. The salad can be served immediately, but if we let it sit for a few minutes, the flavors will blend even better. This salad is perfect as a side dish, but also as a main course, offering a mix of textures and flavors that will delight any palate. Enjoy your meal!

 Ingredients: 2 carrots; 1 kg potatoes; water for boiling the carrots and potatoes; 100 g pickled cucumbers; 100 g pickled bell pepper; 100 g olives; one onion; salt; one tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 4 tablespoons oil.

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