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Classic French-Style Potato Salad

Classic French-Style Potato Salad with Zesty Vinaigrette

Enjoy a refreshing Classic French-Style Potato Salad, perfect for summer picnics and potlucks, featuring tender potatoes and a zesty vinaigrette.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: French
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1.5 lbs Small Potatoes Opt for new potatoes or red-skinned varieties.
  • 1 tbsp Salt Essential for enhancing flavor; adjust as needed.
For the Vinaigrette
  • 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil Use high-quality for best flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar White wine vinegar can be a substitute.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Adds depth and slight kick.
  • 1 tbsp Grainy Mustard Enhances texture; can swap with more Dijon.
  • 4 tbsp Fresh Dill, chopped Replace with tarragon or fennel fronds based on preference.
  • 1 Shallot, peeled and diced Red onion can also serve as a substitute.
  • 5-6 Cornichons, diced Dill pickles can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 tbsp Cornichon Juice Adds extra zest to the vinaigrette.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Halve or quarter the small potatoes and cook them in salted water until fork-tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil and vinegar, seasoning with salt and pepper. Add mustards, dill, shallot, cornichons, and cornichon juice.
  3. Gently toss the warm potatoes with the vinaigrette until well coated.
  4. Serve warm or chill for an hour before serving. Garnish with additional dill if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for summer gatherings, this salad can be prepared a day in advance to enhance flavors.

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