Happy Monday everyone! Today, I’ve got a recipe that’s perfect for summer and spring from one of my very good friends Shirin Shahin. Founder of The Saffron Life, Shirin is dedicated to anything and everything regarding Persian culture—this also includes some delectable Persian recipes!

Salad Olivieh: A Persian Take on Chicken Salad

I am so excited to write a guest post for Taji’s blog again. Thank you Taji!

With summer approaching, what better than a fresh, easy to make, and tasty recipe like “Salad Olivieh?” I like to think of Salade Olivieh as a Persian version of Potato & Chicken salad. And everything is better with the Persian version, right?!

I just LOVE this dish. My favorite memory you ask? Well, my mom asking me before school:

“Shirin, do you have lunch for tomorrow?”

“Hmmm, no I don’t.”

“I have some Salade Olivieh in the fridge and can make you a sandwich.”

“YES!”

That interaction is my favorite memory. And then the envious eyes I got from my classmates when they saw this sandwich!

Below is the recipe for this delightful meal or snack! Hope you enjoy it as much as I do!

Check out Shirin’s full post for her savory Salad Olivieh here. Also subscribe to her Facebook page for the latest updates on Iranian and Iranian-American culture!

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