Russian Winter Salad with Red Beans

My most vivid memory of the New Year's celebrations in Russia was spending 12 hours in the kitchen chopping vegetables for Winter Salad, Corn and Crab Salad, Mimoza Salad and others for our big family. I was having so much fun in the kitchen with my mom and my sisters just chopping away. Delicious salads are a crucial part of any holiday celebration in Russia.

Winter Salad is made with boiled potatoes, carrots, canned green peas, pickles, and red beans. Dress it with a little bit of mayo (I use Veganaise and love it!) and serve as a side dish. Приятного аппетита!

• 6 medium potatoes, boiled, peeled, chopped
• 4 medium carrots, boiled, peeled, chopped
• 6 hard-boiled eggs, peeled, chopped
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 6 medium dill pickles, chopped
• 1 can green peas, drained
• 2 cans red beans, drained
• salt and pepper to taste
• 3 tbsp Vegan mayonnaise (or regular mayonnaise) (or more to taste)
• 1/2 bunch fresh dill, minced

Make sure all boiled vegetables and eggs are cooled. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Season to taste and mix well. Mix in vegan mayonnaise right before serving. Serve sprinkled with fresh dill.