Quick Mediterranean Potato Salad
A zesty, fresh twist on classic potato salad, this Quick Mediterranean Potato Salad is bursting with bold herbs, briny olives, and a tangy vinaigrette. Perfect for warm weather meals, picnics, or meal prep, it’s an easy recipe loaded with flavor. Ideal as a light side dish, it pairs beautifully with grilled meats, seafood, or vegetarian mains. Whether you're seeking healthy snack options, easy dinner ideas, or make-ahead lunch recipes, this potato salad delivers vibrant taste with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives pitted and halved
- 1/4 cup red onion finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill chopped
- 2 green onions sliced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1. Cut potatoes into bite-sized pieces and place in a pot of cold, salted water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until tender, about 10–12 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.
- 2. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, Dijon mustard, oregano, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- 3. Finely chop red onion, parsley, dill, and green onions. Pit and slice olives if needed.
- 4. Toss warm potatoes with the dressing in a large bowl, then add chopped herbs, onions, and olives. Mix gently to coat.
- 5. Let sit for 15–20 minutes at room temperature or chill before serving.
Notes
Use waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold for best texture.
Dress the potatoes while still warm to absorb more flavor.
Salad tastes better after resting 1–2 hours.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 360mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
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