Description
This vibrant and refreshing French potato salad showcases tender Yukon Gold potatoes tossed in a tangy Dijon mustard vinaigrette with fresh herbs, red onion, and capers. Perfectly chilled and bursting with flavor, it makes a delightful side dish or light lunch that highlights classic French ingredients and simple, crisp textures.
Ingredients
Potatoes and Vegetables
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped dill
- 1 tablespoon capers
Dressing
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the Potatoes: Place the peeled and cubed Yukon Gold potatoes in a large pot of cold water. Bring it to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to simmer. Cook the potatoes until they are tender when pierced with a fork, about 15 minutes.
- Drain and Cool: Drain the cooked potatoes thoroughly and spread them out on a baking sheet to cool completely. Cooling prevents the potatoes from breaking down when mixed with the dressing.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper until fully combined and emulsified.
- Toss with Vegetables and Herbs: Add the cooled potatoes, chopped red onion, parsley, dill, and capers to the dressing. Gently toss everything together to evenly coat the ingredients without mashing the potatoes.
- Chill to Meld Flavors: Cover the potato salad and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight. This resting time allows the flavors to fully develop and meld beautifully.
- Serve Chilled: Serve the potato salad chilled as a flavorful side dish or a light lunch that complements a variety of main courses.
Notes
- Use Yukon Gold potatoes for their buttery texture and excellent flavor; other waxy potatoes may also work.
- Be gentle when tossing to avoid mashing the potatoes.
- This salad can be made a day ahead, allowing the flavors to deepen overnight in the fridge.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to taste, especially after chilling.
- For an added crunch, you can sprinkle some toasted nuts or seeds just before serving.
