Description
A refreshing and flavorful side dish that combines tender baby potatoes with a tangy balsamic dressing.
Ingredients
Potato Prep Essentials
Wash and scrub potatoes well
If large, cut into bite-sized cubes or halves
Parboil (cook until just tender) then drain and cool slightly
Vinaigrette / Dressing
Extra virgin olive oil + balsamic vinegar (the star!)
Dijon mustard
Minced garlic or shallot
Fresh herbs (e.g. parsley, chives, basil)
Salt, pepper, optional pinch of maple syrup or honey (if allowed)
Pantry Staples
Olive oil
Salt, pepper
Dijon mustard
Fresh herbs
Optional additions: capers, chopped green onion, celery
Instructions
Pre‑Cooking Prep for IRRESISTIBLE Balsamic Potato Salad – 15‑Minute Summer Star!
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
Prepare potatoes (washed, cut) while waiting.
Whisk together vinaigrette ingredients in a bowl.
Cooking Method for IRRESISTIBLE Balsamic Potato Salad – 15‑Minute Summer Star!
Add potatoes to boiling water; cook ~8–10 minutes or until just tender (test with a fork).
Drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking.
While warm, pour vinaigrette over potatoes and gently toss to coat.
Doneness Check for IRRESISTIBLE Balsamic Potato Salad – 15‑Minute Summer Star!
Potatoes should be tender but not falling apart you want a slight bite, not mush.
Taste for seasoning (add more salt, pepper, or acid if needed).
Resting for IRRESISTIBLE Balsamic Potato Salad – 15‑Minute Summer Star!
Let salad sit 5–10 minutes so flavors meld
Serve slightly warm or at room temperature it tastes even better after resting
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
Keywords: IRRESISTIBLE Balsamic Potato Salad