Description
A vibrant Mediterranean Potato Salad featuring tender Yukon Gold or red potatoes, Kalamata and green olives, creamy feta cheese, and fresh herbs, all tossed in a zesty lemon, olive oil, and garlic dressing. Perfect for brightening any picnic or gathering with its fresh and bold flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes and Olives
- 4 cups Yukon Gold or red potatoes, washed and cut
- 1 cup Kalamata olives
- 1 cup green olives
Cheese and Herbs
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 bunch fresh dill, chopped
Dressing
- 1/2 cup high-quality extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh-squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Potatoes: Wash and cut the Yukon Gold or red potatoes into uniform sizes. Place them in a pot of salted boiling water and cook for 15-20 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork. Drain the potatoes and let them cool completely to avoid wilting the herbs and cheese.
- Make Dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, and Dijon mustard if using. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to your preference, ensuring a balanced and tangy dressing.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, gently fold the cooled potatoes with Kalamata and green olives, crumbled feta cheese, chopped parsley, and dill. Mixing gently helps keep the potato pieces intact and evenly distributes the ingredients.
- Add Dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the potato mixture. Toss gently to coat all the ingredients thoroughly, giving the salad a glossy, appetizing appearance.
- Serve or Chill: The salad can be served immediately for a warm, fresh flavor or chilled in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to meld the flavors together. Enjoy at your picnic or as a refreshing side dish.
Notes
- Use Yukon Gold or red potatoes as they hold their shape well after boiling.
- Chilling the salad enhances the flavor but serving immediately is also delicious.
- Dijon mustard is optional but adds a nice subtle tang to the dressing.
- Fresh herbs are key to authentic Mediterranean flavor; avoid dried.
- Adjust salt carefully since olives and feta are naturally salty.
