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Herb Potato Salad

Fresh Herb Potato Salad That Dances With Flavor

This Herb Potato Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish, perfect for summer gatherings, highlighting buttery Yukon Gold potatoes and fragrant herbs.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 lbs Yukon Gold Potatoes cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tbsp Salt for boiling water
  • 1/4 cup Chives chopped
  • 1/4 cup Flat-Leaf Parsley chopped
  • 1 medium Shallot finely diced
For the Vinaigrette
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest fresh is best
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp Honey optional for sweetness
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Small bowl
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by washing and peeling the Yukon Gold potatoes, then cut them into 1-inch cubes for uniform cooking.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Once boiling, add the cubed potatoes and cook until tender, about 8 minutes.
  3. While the potatoes cook, chop the fresh herbs (chives, parsley) and shallot, and mince the garlic.
  4. Drain the cooked potatoes and transfer them to a serving bowl while they are still warm.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, garlic, shallots, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper, then drizzle in the olive oil while whisking.
  6. Pour the vinaigrette over the warm potatoes and gently toss to coat.
  7. Fold in the chopped chives and parsley, adjusting seasoning to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

This Herb Potato Salad can be served warm or chilled. Add fresh herbs just before serving for maximum flavor.

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