Fingerling Potato Salad with Bacon and Gorgonzola

Gluten Free
Health score
4%
Fingerling Potato Salad with Bacon and Gorgonzola
30 min.
4
284kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your side dish game? This Fingerling Potato Salad with Bacon and Gorgonzola is not just any ordinary salad; it’s a delightful medley of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds dancing. Perfectly tender fingerling potatoes are the star of the show, providing a creamy base that pairs beautifully with the rich, salty crunch of crispy bacon. The addition of crumbled Gorgonzola cheese adds a luxurious touch, bringing a tangy depth that complements the other ingredients perfectly.

What makes this dish even more appealing is its gluten-free nature, making it a fantastic option for gatherings where dietary restrictions are a concern. With just 30 minutes of prep time, you can whip up this delicious salad that serves four, making it an ideal choice for family dinners, picnics, or potlucks. The vibrant garnish of Italian flat parsley not only adds a pop of color but also a fresh herbaceous note that brightens the dish.

Whether you’re serving it alongside grilled meats or enjoying it on its own, this Fingerling Potato Salad is sure to impress. With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbs, you can indulge without the guilt. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a side dish that’s as satisfying as it is scrumptious!

Ingredients

  • slices bacon 
  • lb fingerling potatoes cut in half lengthwise
  • leaf flat parsley italian chopped for garnishing
  • 0.5 cup gorgonzola crumbled
  • Dash ground pepper red (cayenne)
  • 0.3 cup mayonnaise light
  • 0.3 cup shallots chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • paper towels
  • pot

Directions

  1. In large pot of boiling salted water, cook potatoes until tender, about 10 minutes.
  2. Drain potatoes; cool to room temperature.
  3. Meanwhile, cook bacon until crisp.
  4. Drain on paper towels; crumble.
  5. In large bowl, add potatoes, bacon, gorgonzola, shallots, and mayonnaise. Gently fold potato mixture to combine all ingredients.
  6. Season with salt and cayenne to tastea little of both goes a long way.
  7. Garnish with parsley.
  8. Serve immediately or within two hours.

Nutrition Facts

Calories284kcal
Protein11.93%
Fat53.61%
Carbs34.46%

Properties

Glycemic Index
51.19
Glycemic Load
15.2
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
10.116087022035%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.54mg
Kaempferol
0.91mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.79mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:284.16kcal
14.21%
Fat:17.05g
26.24%
Saturated Fat:6.24g
39.02%
Carbohydrates:24.66g
8.22%
Net Carbohydrates:21.68g
7.88%
Sugar:2.79g
3.1%
Cholesterol:28.1mg
9.37%
Sodium:471.18mg
20.49%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.54g
17.08%
Vitamin C:23.87mg
28.94%
Vitamin B6:0.47mg
23.44%
Potassium:614.19mg
17.55%
Phosphorus:162.87mg
16.29%
Vitamin K:16.76µg
15.96%
Fiber:2.98g
11.93%
Vitamin B3:2.26mg
11.31%
Manganese:0.22mg
11.13%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.08%
Selenium:7.48µg
10.68%
Calcium:96.26mg
9.63%
Magnesium:35.61mg
8.9%
Copper:0.15mg
7.72%
Vitamin B5:0.76mg
7.57%
Folate:29.41µg
7.35%
Zinc:1.04mg
6.93%
Iron:1.24mg
6.89%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.56%
Vitamin B12:0.28µg
4.71%
Vitamin E:0.57mg
3.77%
Vitamin A:163.3IU
3.27%
Vitamin D:0.16µg
1.06%