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Home-Style Parisian Potato Salad

Home-Style Parisian Potato Salad (4 PTS recipe image
This Home-Style Parisian Potato Salad breaks away from heavy mayonnaise bases, offering a bright and refreshing alternative perfect for warm days. The dish features tender red potatoes tossed in a zesty vinaigrette made with sherry vinegar and extra-virgin olive oil. It is packed with robust flavors from roasted red bell peppers, briny Kalamata olives, and finely chopped anchovies that add a subtle umami depth without overpowering the palate. The acidity of the vinegar cuts through the richness of the potatoes, creating a balanced and light side dish.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 280
Description
This Home-Style Parisian Potato Salad breaks away from heavy mayonnaise bases, offering a bright and refreshing alternative perfect for warm days. The dish features tender red potatoes tossed in a zesty vinaigrette made with sherry vinegar and extra-virgin olive oil. It is packed with robust flavors from roasted red bell peppers, briny Kalamata olives, and finely chopped anchovies that add a subtle umami depth without overpowering the palate. The acidity of the vinegar cuts through the richness of the potatoes, creating a balanced and light side dish.
Ingredients
  • Small red potatoes (about 15)
  • Sherry vinegar, divided (or red wine vinegar)
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • Finely chopped bottled roasted red bell peppers
  • Extra-virgin olive oil
  • Pitted Kalamata olives, chopped
  • Anchovy fillets, finely chopped (about 1 ounce)
  • Garlic, minced
  • Flat-leaf parsley sprigs (optional)
  • Whole anchovy fillet (optional, for garnish)
Directions
  1. 1
    Place the small red potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water.
  2. 2
    Bring the water to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
  3. 3
    Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly.
  4. 4
    Cut the cooled potatoes into 1/4-inch-thick slices.
  5. 5
    In a large bowl, combine the sliced potatoes, 2 tablespoons of the vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
  6. 6
    Toss gently to coat and let the mixture stand for 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
  7. 7
    In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of vinegar, roasted red bell peppers, olive oil, chopped Kalamata olives, chopped anchovy fillets, and minced garlic.
  8. 8
    Pour the dressing over the potatoes and toss gently to combine.
  9. 9
    Garnish with parsley sprigs and whole anchovy fillets if desired.
  10. 10
    Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 280kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.8g14%
Saturated Fat 1.5g8%
Cholesterol 13mg5%
Sodium 267mg12%
Total Carbohydrate 46.1g16%
Dietary Fiber 10.4g42%
Sugars 2.5g
Protein 11.1g23%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: potato salad, red potatoes, sherry vinegar, roasted peppers, kalamata olives, anchovy, mediterranean, side dish, picnic food, healthy salad, vinaigrette, garlic, parsley, summer recipe, gluten free
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