Authentic Russian Salad 'Olivye'

"This is a recipe my mom and grandmother use every time there's a family gathering or a special occasion. To make this a vegetarian dish just leave out the ham. Potatoes, carrots, and eggs do not have to be chilled completely after boiling. Dill can be substituted for parsley if desired."

Ingredients

• 6 potatoes, peeled 
• 1 carrot, or more to taste 
• 4 eggs 
• 6 large pickles, cut into cubes 
• 1 (15 ounce) can peas, drained 
• 1/2 cup cubed fully cooked ham, or to taste 
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, or to taste (optional) 
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise, or to taste 

Directions

Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add potatoes and carrot. Return mixture to a boil and add eggs; cook until potatoes are tender, 20 to 30 minutes. Drain and slightly cool mixture. Chop potatoes and carrot; peel and chop eggs.
Mix potatoes, carrot, eggs, pickles, peas, ham, and parsley together in a large bowl; stir in mayonnaise until salad is evenly coated.

Source:

http://allrecipes.com/recipe/234949/authentic-russian-salad-olivye/