French Potato Salad is a light and flavorful dish that offers a refreshing alternative to the traditional mayonnaise-based potato salad. This recipe features tender potatoes tossed in a tangy Dijon mustard vinaigrette, with fresh herbs and a touch of red onion for added zest. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a side dish for any meal, French Potato Salad is both elegant and simple to prepare. The combination of creamy potatoes with the bright, herbaceous dressing makes this salad a delightful and healthy option that everyone will love.
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds small red or Yukon gold potatoes
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Cook the Potatoes:
- Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly. Cut them into halves or quarters, depending on their size.
- Prepare the Vinaigrette:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar and Dijon mustard.
- Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously to emulsify the dressing.
- Combine the Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm potatoes with the finely chopped red onion, parsley, chives, and tarragon.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the potato mixture and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
- Season and Serve:
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Let the salad sit at room temperature for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together. Alternatively, refrigerate for up to 2 hours and bring to room temperature before serving.
Enjoy your elegant and flavorful French Potato Salad, a perfect side dish for any occasion!
