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Mimosa Salad

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This Mimosa Salad is a beautiful layered salad made with tender potatoes, carrots, tuna, and hard-boiled eggs, finished with creamy mayonnaise. A colorful and elegant dish perfect for gatherings and special occasions.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 40 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Salads
  • Method: Boiling & Layering
  • Cuisine: European

Ingredients

150 g potatoes

2 hard-boiled eggs

150 g carrots

100 g tuna (drained)

50 g spring onion, finely chopped

80 g mayonnaise

Salt, to taste

Ground black pepper, to taste

Fresh parsley, for garnish

Fresh chives (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Cook the Potatoes:
Boil potatoes in salted water over medium heat until tender (about 15–20 minutes). Drain, let cool, peel, and mash or finely grate.

Cook the Carrots:
Peel and chop carrots. Boil in lightly salted water for about 10 minutes until tender. Drain and let cool, then grate finely.

Prepare the Eggs:
Peel hard-boiled eggs. Separate yolks from whites. Finely grate both separately.

Prepare the Tuna:
Drain tuna well and flake with a fork.

Assemble the Layers (using a ring mold or small serving dish):

First layer: Potatoes (lightly seasoned with salt and pepper)

Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise

Add tuna

Sprinkle spring onion

Add carrots

Spread another thin layer of mayonnaise

Add grated egg whites

Finish with grated egg yolks on top

Chill:
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to help layers set.

Garnish & Serve:
Top with fresh parsley, chives, and a light sprinkle of black pepper. Serve chilled.

Notes

Use a food ring mold for a neat, layered presentation.

Lightly press each layer to keep the salad structured.

For extra flavor, add a small amount of Dijon mustard to the mayonnaise.

Best served chilled and can be prepared a few hours ahead.

Pairs beautifully with crusty bread or as part of a festive spread.