Potato salad is a classic summer side dish enjoyed by people of all ages. It’s a versatile dish that can be customized to suit different tastes and preferences. One popular variation is potato salad with vinaigrette dressing. This dressing adds a tangy and refreshing flavor to the salad, making it a perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, fish, or salads.
Vinaigrette Dressing: A Tangy Twist
Vinaigrette dressing is a simple but flavorful emulsion made from vinegar, oil, and seasonings. It’s a versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of salads and vegetables. The tangy flavor of the vinegar complements the richness of the oil, creating a balanced and refreshing taste.
Ingredients for Potato Salad with Vinaigrette Dressing
To make potato salad with vinaigrette dressing, you’ll need the following ingredients:
– 3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
– 1 onion, chopped
– 1/2 cup celery, chopped
– 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
For the vinaigrette dressing:
– 1/2 cup olive oil
– 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
– 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Tips for Preparing the Potatoes
1. Use russet potatoes for best results. They have a higher starch content, which helps them hold their shape when cooked.
2. Peel and cube the potatoes into evenly sized pieces. This will help them cook evenly.
3. Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, but not mushy. Drain and let cool slightly.
Suggestions for Additional Ingredients
In addition to the basic ingredients, you can add other ingredients to your potato salad to customize its flavor. Some suggestions include:
– Hard-boiled eggs
– Bacon
– Cheese
– Vegetables such as carrots, peas, or corn
– Chopped herbs such as basil, dill, or chives
Mixing the Vinaigrette Dressing with the Potatoes
1. Place the cooked potatoes in a large bowl.
2. Pour the vinaigrette dressing over the potatoes and gently toss to coat.
3. Add any additional ingredients desired.
Serving Suggestions and Customization
Potato salad with vinaigrette dressing can be served immediately or chilled for later. It can be customized to suit different tastes by adjusting the amount of vinegar or oil in the dressing, or by adding different herbs or vegetables.
Conclusion
Potato salad with vinaigrette dressing is a delicious and refreshing summer side dish. It’s easy to make, customizable to suit different tastes, and it offers a healthier alternative to traditional mayonnaise-based dressings. Whether you’re grilling out or enjoying a picnic, this potato salad is sure to be a hit.
Similar to some of my previous posts, potato salad with pickles, potato salad with bacon and potato salad with avocados, they are still a summertime favorite.
Vinaigrette is healthy. A light vinaigrette or an oil and vinegar base is the healthiest choice.
Because of the high sodium content it is important to watch the portion sizes. Maybe keep it under 100 grams.
What’s the difference between Vinegar and Vinaigrette
Vinegar : it is the combination of water, acitic acid and a little bit of flavouring
Vinaigrette : combines vinegar or lemon juice with oil herbs and spices.
Below are 19 different ideas that you can combine vinaigrette with your next potato salad
The Pioneer Women : Potato Salad with Mustard Vinaigrette
Bon Appetit : Potato Salad 7 minute Eggs with Mustard Vinaigrette
Cookie and Kate : Herb Potato Salad
The Karalydon : Roasted Potato Salad with Egg
The Chew Out Loud : Potato Salad with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
Fraiche Living : French Style Potato Salad
Love and Lemons : Grilled Potato Salad with Scallion Vinaigrette
Flavor of the Moments : Grilled Fingerling Potato Salad with Whole Grain Mustard Vinaigrette
Food.com : Potato Salad with Lemon Dill Vinaigrette
Forks Over Knives : Vegan Potato Salad with Horseradish Vinaigrette
The Feed Feed : Warm Potato Salad with Chorizo Vinaigrette
Cinnamon and Coriander : German Potato Salad with Warm Bacon Vinaigrette
The Original Dish : Roasted Potato Salad with Pistachio Orange Vinaigrette
Connoisseurus Veg : Dijon Herb Potato Salad
Simply Scratch : Grilled Potato Salad Bacon Dijon Vinaigrette
What Should I Make For : Grilled Potato Salad with Herb Vinaigrette
Cook Like James : Red Bliss French Potato Salad with Mustard Vinaigrette and Fine Herbes
Chef Alli : Ken’s Potato Salad
Dinner and Dessert : Roasted Potato Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette
Conclusion :
If you have looked at my previous blogs regarding Potato Salad, including Potato Salad with apples, Potato Salad with Sour Cream and Potato Salad with Sausage there are well over 100 different ideas that I have gone over.
I want to make sure you the entertained ready gets more and more choices of salad than you could of ever imagined.
In my next post I am going to discuss, Potato Salad with Yogurt. I look forward to that. Until then, enjoy.
