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insalata russa
What is it? 
An Italian cold salad made with boiled vegetables such as potatoes, carrots, and peas mixed with mayonnaise. The name means “Russian salad,” referring to the Olivier-style salad that spread across Europe in the 19th century.
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Salads & Fresh
Langague
Italian
Associated Countries
Italy
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