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Mediterranean Potato Salad

Vibrant Mediterranean Potato Salad that Dances with Flavor

This Mediterranean Potato Salad blends tender potatoes, briny olives, and creamy feta in a zesty vinaigrette for a quick and vibrant dish.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold or red potatoes for creaminess and flavor
  • 1 cup Kalamata olives pitted and sliced
  • 1/2 cup Green olives any mild variety
  • 1 cup Feta cheese crumbled, can substitute goat cheese
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh dill chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil high-quality extra virgin
  • 1 large Lemon juiced
  • 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves Minced garlic or more to taste
  • to taste Salt and pepper for seasoning

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash the Yukon Gold or red potatoes under cold water. Cut into uniform pieces, about 1-inch, and place in a large pot with cold, salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
  2. Drain the potatoes and let them cool at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cooled potatoes with Kalamata olives, green olives, feta cheese, parsley, and dill, folding gently.
  5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring even distribution without mashing the potatoes.
  6. Allow the salad to chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This salad can be made a day in advance, allowing the flavors to develop further. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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