Olivier Potato & Pea Salad with Boiled Eggs
Quick answer
A medium portion of Olivier Potato & Pea Salad with Boiled Eggs (150 g) contains 262 kcal, with 18.9 g of net carbohydrates and 8.2 g of protein. Its glycemic index is 52 (Low) for how fast it raises blood sugar, while its glycemic load per portion is 9.8 (Low) for its actual effect.
- Carbs22.5 g34%
- Protein8.2 g12.5%
- Fat15.8 g53.5%
- Fibre3.6 g
Percentages of total energy (calories)
Eastern Europe’s best-known celebration salad: cubes of cold boiled potato, carrot, peas, pickled cucumber and egg with mayonnaise; it has a low glycemic index (52) thanks to the resistant starch that forms when the potatoes cool.
💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
The secret behind the low GI (52): cooling boiled potatoes rearranges the starch so it digests slowly and feeds gut bacteria.
Best preparation methods
Replacing half the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt clearly cuts fat and calories and adds protein.
Important Nutritional Note
For people with diabetes or insulin resistance, it is always recommended to consider the total glycemic load (GL) of the meal rather than relying on the glycemic index alone.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (150 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 175 kcal | 262.5 kcal |
| Protein | 5.5 g | 8.2 g |
| Carbohydrate | 15 g | 22.5 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 12.6 g | 18.9 g |
| Fat | 10.5 g | 15.8 g |
| Dietary fibre | 2.4 g | 3.6 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
Among the foods in Salads with a glycemic index (10), it ranks 7 (lowest first).
Smart alternatives from the same family:
Frequently asked questions
Is Olivier Potato & Pea Salad with Boiled Eggs good for weight loss?
It can fit a balanced plan with portion control: a 150 g portion gives 263 kcal, and what matters most is your total daily intake and the rest of the meal.
How does Olivier Potato & Pea Salad with Boiled Eggs affect blood sugar?
Its glycemic index is 52 (Low), a clinically reviewed estimate rather than a laboratory measurement. A typical 150 g portion has a glycemic load of 9.8 (Low), so the effect of this portion on blood sugar is limited.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Olivier Potato & Pea Salad with Boiled Eggs?
A typical 150 g portion of Olivier Potato & Pea Salad with Boiled Eggs provides about 263 kcal, 8.2 g protein, 22.5 g carbohydrate, 15.8 g fat and 3.6 g fibre.
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References & Scientific Sources
- The glycemic index of this food is a clinically reviewed estimate by the WiBo Health medical team, not a laboratory measurement from the International GI Tables (Atkinson 2021). GI bands (low ≤ 55 · medium 56–69 · high ≥ 70) follow: ISO 26642:2010. Food products — Determination of the glycaemic index (GI) and recommendation for food classification. International Organization for Standardization; 2010. www.iso.org/standard/43633.html
- Definition of available carbohydrate and glycemic load: FAO/WHO. Carbohydrates in human nutrition: report of a joint FAO/WHO expert consultation. FAO Food and Nutrition Paper 66. Rome; 1998. www.fao.org/4/w8079e/w8079e00.htm
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.