Description
French Potato Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that reinvents the classic with its light vinaigrette and fresh herb medley. This salad skips heavy mayonnaise, opting instead for a tangy Dijon dressing that enhances the natural flavors of tender potatoes. With the addition of parsley, dill, and green onions, each bite bursts with freshness, making it an ideal choice for warm-weather gatherings, picnics, or barbecues. Easy to prepare and perfect for serving chilled or at room temperature, this French Potato Salad is sure to impress your guests while keeping your meal light and healthy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ pounds potatoes, cubed
- 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red apple vinegar or sherry vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the potatoes in a large pot of salted boiling water for about 8–10 minutes until tender. Drain and let cool slightly.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine warm potatoes with parsley, dill, green onions; toss gently.
- Pour the dressing over the potato mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least one hour to enhance flavor before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg