Potato Salad with Smoked Fish and Onion
A hearty and aromatic salad typical of Romanian riverside and lakeside cooking, in which boiled potatoes are combined with flaked smoked fish, marinated red onion, and a simple vinegar and oil dressing. Perfect as a starter or a light main course, especially on fasting days.
Servings
4
Prep
20 min
Cook
30 min
Total
50 min
🥘Ingredients
servings
Main ingredients
For finishing
✅Dietary Compatibility
Yield
4 servings
📦Storage
Refrigerator
Up to 2 days in a covered container; add fresh dill only when serving
Freezer
Freezing not recommended
🥗Nutrition Facts
Values per serving (approx. 300 g)
Calories
310 kcal
Protein
18 g
Fat
14 g
Carbohydrates
28 g
Fiber
3 g
🍷Pairs Well With
💡Variations
Add 2 hard-boiled eggs cut into quarters for a heartier salad with more protein.
Replace the dill with fresh parsley and add a few capers for a Mediterranean note.
Use smoked salmon instead of mackerel for a more refined and festive version.
For a creamy dressing, add 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise or Greek yogurt to the vinegar and oil dressing.