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Vibrant Greek Potato Salad

Vibrant Greek Potato Salad 7 Secrets for Irresistible Mediterranean Flavor


  • Author: Jack
  • Total Time: 30
  • Yield: 8 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Light, refreshing Vibrant Greek Potato Salad with tender potatoes, feta cheese, kalamata olives, and fresh vegetables tossed in a bright herby lemon vinaigrette. A healthier Mediterranean twist on classic potato salad!


Ingredients

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FOR THE SALAD:

2 pounds Yukon Gold or red potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1-inch pieces

1 tablespoon salt (for cooking water)

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 large cucumber, diced (about 1½ cups)

½ small red onion, thinly sliced

¾ cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved

1 cup crumbled feta cheese

¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

FOR THE HERBY LEMON VINAIGRETTE:

⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)

1 tablespoon red grape vinegar

2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped

2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped

1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped

1 teaspoon honey (optional)

¾ teaspoon sea salt

½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper


Instructions

1. Fill a large pot with cold water and add 1 tablespoon of salt. Add scrubbed and cut potatoes to the cold water.

2. While potatoes come to a boil, prepare the vinaigrette: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, red grape vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, oregano, dill, mint, honey (if using), salt, and pepper until well combined. Set aside.

3. Prepare vegetables: dice cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, thinly slice red onion, pit and halve kalamata olives, and crumble feta cheese. Set aside.

4. Bring pot of potatoes to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium-high to maintain a steady simmer.

5. Cook potatoes for 12-15 minutes, testing for doneness after 10 minutes. Potatoes should be tender when pierced with a fork but still hold their shape.

6. Drain cooked potatoes in a colander and let steam for 1-2 minutes to remove excess moisture.

7. Transfer warm, drained potatoes directly to the bowl with vinaigrette while they’re still hot. Gently toss to coat all potatoes evenly.

8. Let dressed potatoes cool for 10 minutes at room temperature to absorb flavors.

9. Add diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, kalamata olives, and half of the crumbled feta cheese to the bowl.

10. Gently fold all ingredients together using a large spoon or silicone spatula, taking care not to break the potatoes.

11. Top salad with remaining crumbled feta and chopped fresh parsley.

12. Serve immediately at room temperature, or cover and refrigerate for up to 4 hours to allow flavors to meld.

13. Before serving, bring to room temperature for 20-30 minutes and toss gently. Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Always start potatoes in cold salted water for even cooking throughout. Boiling water will overcook the exteriors.

Dress potatoes while they’re still warm so they absorb maximum flavor from the vinaigrette.

This salad tastes even better the next day after flavors have melded together in the refrigerator.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

For best presentation, reserve half the feta and fresh herbs to add just before serving if making ahead.

Don’t freeze potato salad—potatoes become grainy and unpleasant when thawed.

For vegan version, omit feta or use vegan feta alternative and replace honey with maple syrup.

To prevent watery salad, add cucumbers and tomatoes closer to serving time as they release moisture.

Test potato doneness frequently after 10 minutes—overcooked potatoes will fall apart when tossed.

  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 15
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: Greek

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1
  • Calories: 215
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 485mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 17mg

Keywords: vibrant greek potato salad, greek potato salad, lemon potato salad, mediterranean potato salad, healthy potato salad