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Fresh Red Potato Salad with Creamy Dijon and Herbs

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A light and fresh potato salad featuring tender red potatoes tossed in a creamy Dijon mustard dressing with fresh herbs. Perfect for summer picnics, BBQs, or a quick side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds red potatoes (about 900g), washed and quartered
  • 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil (80ml)
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
  • 1 small shallot, finely minced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Place the quartered red potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt, then bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  2. Reduce to a simmer and cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender but still hold their shape when pierced with a fork.
  3. Drain the potatoes in a colander and let cool slightly.
  4. While the potatoes cook, whisk together olive oil, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, honey, minced garlic, and minced shallot in a large mixing bowl.
  5. Season the dressing with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust sweetness with a little more honey if needed.
  6. Finely chop the parsley and chives and add them to the dressing. Stir gently to combine.
  7. Add the warm or room temperature potatoes to the bowl with the dressing.
  8. Gently fold the potatoes with the dressing until evenly coated, being careful not to break the potatoes.
  9. Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
  10. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to let flavors meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Start potatoes in cold water to cook evenly. Do not peel potatoes to retain texture and nutrients. Add olive oil slowly to dressing to emulsify. Chop herbs finely for best flavor balance. Toss potatoes while warm but not hot for best dressing absorption. If salad seems dry after chilling, stir in extra olive oil or vinegar.

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Keywords: potato salad, red potatoes, Dijon mustard, fresh herbs, summer salad, easy side dish, picnic recipe, BBQ side

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