Piedmontese Salad, a Franco-Italian Recipe Full of Freshness
Despite its name evoking the Italian Piedmont, the Piedmontese salad The salad as we know it today is a truly French creation. Inspired by Italian salads made with vegetables and mayonnaise, it was adapted to French tastes with simple, hearty ingredients: potatoes, ham, hard-boiled eggs, gherkins, and sometimes tomatoes. Fresh, creamy, and flavorful, it has become a staple of summer meals, buffets, and picnics. Easy to prepare, it appeals to the whole family and keeps very well in the refrigerator.
🛒 Ingredients for 4 to 6 people
- 600g of potatoes (Charlotte or Amandine type)
- 3 eggs
- 200g of diced cooked ham
- 6 to 8 gherkins
- 2 tomatoes (optional)
- 150g of mayonnaise (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 tablespoon of crème fraîche (optional for a lighter version)
- Salt, pepper
👨🍳 Preparing Piedmontese Salad
Cook the potatoes
Cook the potatoes in their skins in a large pot of salted water for 20 to 25 minutes. Drain, let them cool slightly, peel them and cut them into cubes.Cook the eggs
Cook the eggs for 9 minutes in boiling water. Cool them, peel them and cut them into quarters or pieces.Prepare the other ingredients
Cut the ham into cubes, the pickles into slices, and the tomatoes into small pieces if you are using them.Assemble the salad
In a large bowl, gently combine the potatoes, eggs, ham, pickles, and tomatoes. Add the mayonnaise (and cream, if desired), season with salt and pepper, and mix again. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
🍷 Astuces & Variantes
- For a lighter version, replace some of the mayonnaise with plain yogurt.
- Add fresh herbs such as chives or parsley for extra freshness.
- Serve with a green salad and a glass of chilled rosé.
A Fresh and Friendly Salad to Prepare Without Moderation: Piedmontese salad is a must for sunny days: simple, quick, nourishing and always appreciated.
It's perfect for any occasion, from a quick lunch to a family meal. With its mild flavors and creamy texture, it appeals to young and old alike. So why not make it today and bring a touch of freshness to your kitchen?
🧾 Nutritional information (per 300g serving)
| Nutrient | Quantity | % of RDAs |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 420 kcal | 21% |
| Proteins | 15 g | 30% |
| Carbohydrates | 30 g | 10.9% |
| Including sugars | 3 g | — |
| Lipids | 25 g | 35.7% |
| Including saturated fatty acids | 5 g | — |
| Dietary fiber | 3 g | 15% |
| Salt | 1.5 g | 25% |
🥗 Notes:
- These values may vary depending on the amount of mayonnaise, the type of ham used, and whether or not tomatoes or cream are added.
- For a lighter version, you can replace some of the mayonnaise with plain yogurt or a cottage cheese sauce.
