Herby Potato Salad
Description:
This Herby Potato Salad offers a delightful twist on the traditional potato salad, omitting the heavy mayonnaise for a healthier alternative that’s perfect for summer picnics. The addition of fresh watercress lends a satisfying crunch to every bite.
Recipe Information:
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Keywords: Vegetable, Summer, < 60 Mins, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 413.2
- Fat Content: 17.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 139.5mg
- Sodium Content: 368.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 55.2g
- Fiber Content: 7.8g
- Sugar Content: 7.4g
- Protein Content: 12.3g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 5-6 | Potatoes |
| 3 | Eggs |
| 20 ml | White wine vinegar |
| 60 ml | Olive oil |
| 1 tsp | Dijon mustard |
| 3 tbsp | Flat-leaf parsley |
| 2 tbsp | Chives |
| 1 tbsp | Mint |
| 2 cloves | Garlic |
| 1 | Sun-dried tomato |
| Salt | |
| Pepper |
Instructions:
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Boil Potatoes: Place the potatoes in a large pot of water and boil until they are tender but still firm. This should take approximately 20 minutes. Ensure they are not mushy.
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Hard Boil Eggs: While the potatoes are cooking, hard boil the eggs for about 10 minutes. You can boil them in the same pot alongside the potatoes if you prefer. Once done, peel the eggs once they have cooled.
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Prepare Sun-dried Tomatoes: Place the sun-dried tomatoes in a bowl and cover them with boiling water. Let them soak while you prepare the rest of the salad.
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Slice Potatoes: Drain the cooked potatoes and allow them to cool for a few minutes. Then, slice them into bite-sized pieces.
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Prepare Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the white wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until you have a thick emulsion.
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Coat Potatoes: Add the sliced potatoes to the bowl with the dressing and mix until the potatoes are thoroughly coated.
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Marinate: Allow the potato mixture to sit for a couple of minutes to absorb the flavors of the dressing.
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Prepare Tomatoes: Drain the soaked sun-dried tomatoes and chop them into smaller pieces.
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Add Herbs: Mix in the chopped herbs, including flat-leaf parsley, chives, mint, and minced garlic, to the potato mixture.
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Grate Eggs: Grate the hard-boiled eggs over the top of the salad for added flavor and texture.
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Serve: Your Herby Potato Salad is now ready to be served and enjoyed!
This vibrant and flavorful potato salad is sure to be a hit at any summer gathering, offering a healthier option without sacrificing taste. Enjoy its fresh and herby goodness with every bite! π₯
