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Easy French Potato Salad Recipe

Easy French Potato Salad Recipe with Tangy Mustard Goodness

This Easy French Potato Salad Recipe is a quick, vegan, and gluten-free dish that elevates Yukon gold potatoes with a tangy mustard vinaigrette.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: French
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1.5 pounds Yukon Gold Potatoes A creamy, buttery base
  • ¼ cup Fresh Onion Chives Adds a mild onion flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Leaves Contributes aromatic, earthy notes
  • ¼ cup Flat Leaf Parsley Fresh herbs for extra flavor
For the Vinaigrette
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Provides tanginess
  • ¼ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Enhances all the flavors
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Balances flavors with acidity
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Adjust to personal taste
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper Use freshly cracked for aroma
Cooking Enhancements
  • 2 pieces Bay Leaves Optional for boiling

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by scrubbing and rinsing the Yukon gold potatoes under cold running water. Place the clean potatoes in a large pot, cover with water, and add bay leaves and a generous pinch of sea salt. Bring to a boil and cook for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
  2. Once tender, drain in a colander and remove the bay leaves. Allow to cool for 10-15 minutes, then gently peel the skins off each potato.
  3. Slice the potatoes into 1/4-inch rounds and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar. Add chopped parsley, thyme, and chives. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Gently fold the dressing into the sliced potatoes, ensuring even coating without breaking them.
  6. Let the salad sit for about 15 minutes at room temperature before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For best taste, refrigerate the salad for an hour after mixing. Use fresh herbs for best flavor.

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