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Italian Potato Salad

Delicious Italian Potato Salad: Light, Vegan, and Tangy

This Italian Potato Salad is a vibrant, no-mayo dish perfect for sunny gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marination Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 190

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 pounds Baby Red New Potatoes Feel free to swap with Yukon Gold or fingerling potatoes.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust according to your taste preferences.
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 3 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Can substitute with champagne or white wine vinegar.
  • 1 whole Lemon (zest and juice) Use zest for aroma, adjust juice for tartness.
  • 1 clove Garlic (minced) Garlic powder can be used for a milder touch.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Pepper Adjust to your personal spice level.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (chopped) Fresh basil or mint can be great alternatives.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Chives (chopped) Consider using green onions.
For the Vinaigrette
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 3 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • Salad Bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash the baby red new potatoes thoroughly under cold water.
  2. Slice each potato into 'fat' quarters for even cooking.
  3. Place the quartered potatoes into a large pot and cover with cold water, adding kosher salt.
  4. Bring to a rolling boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes until tender.
  5. While cooking, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon zest, lemon juice, and minced garlic.
  6. Add chopped parsley and chives to the vinaigrette, whisk until emulsified.
  7. Drain cooked potatoes and return to the pot to evaporate moisture.
  8. Transfer warm potatoes to a salad bowl and pour vinaigrette over them.
  9. Toss gently to coat and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  10. Let the salad sit at room temperature for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

This salad is best enjoyed at room temperature for optimal flavor.

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