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Amazing Mediterranean Potato Salad

Amazing Mediterranean Potato Salad for a Fresh Summer Splash

Amazing Mediterranean Potato Salad is a refreshing and colorful dish, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup Kalamata olives
  • 1 cup Green olives
  • 1 cup Feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/2 cup Fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup Fresh dill chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1/3 cup Olive oil extra virgin preferred
  • 1/4 cup Lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove Minced garlic optional
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash and cut the Yukon Gold potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Place them in a large pot of salted water and bring to a gentle boil. Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender but not mushy. Drain the potatoes in a colander and allow them to cool for a few minutes before transferring them to a large mixing bowl.
    Amazing Mediterranean Potato Salad
  2. In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until you achieve a smooth and cohesive dressing.
    Amazing Mediterranean Potato Salad
  3. Once the potatoes have cooled, add the Kalamata and green olives, crumbled feta cheese, chopped fresh parsley, and fresh dill to the bowl with the potatoes. Gently fold everything together, being careful not to break the potatoes.
    Amazing Mediterranean Potato Salad
  4. Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients and carefully toss to coat everything evenly.
    Amazing Mediterranean Potato Salad
  5. You can serve your Amazing Mediterranean Potato Salad immediately, or for even better flavor, cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
    Amazing Mediterranean Potato Salad

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Chill for best flavor. Use fresh herbs for enhanced taste. Taste dressing before adding to adjust seasoning as needed.

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