French Potato Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
19%
French Potato Salad
45 min.
8
201kcal

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Looking for a light, yet flavorful side dish that perfectly complements any meal? This French Potato Salad is a wonderful choice! It's not your average potato salad—packed with fresh ingredients and dressed in a tangy, Dijon mustard vinaigrette, it’s a delightful twist on a classic. With its bold, savory notes from capers and green onions, and a hint of acidity from white wine vinegar and dry white wine, this salad will have everyone coming back for more.

What makes this recipe even better is that it’s vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it suitable for a variety of dietary preferences. Perfect for a summer barbecue, holiday feast, or just a casual dinner, this salad is sure to impress. The warm red-skinned potatoes soak up all the vibrant flavors of the dressing, while the delicate balance of olive oil and chicken broth creates a smooth and satisfying base.

Not only is it easy to prepare, but you can also make the dressing ahead of time, saving you time on the day of your event. The best part? This dish is just as delicious served at room temperature as it is freshly tossed. It’s a simple, elegant way to elevate your meal and add a burst of flavor to your next gathering!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons capers drained
  • tablespoons dijon mustard 
  • 0.3 cup wine dry white
  •  spring onion 
  • 0.3 cup chicken broth canned
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • tablespoons citrus champagne vinegar 
  • 3.3 pounds potatoes - remove skin 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • pot

Directions

  1. Whisk first 7 ingredients in large bowl to blend. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before continuing.)
  2. Cook potatoes in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 35 minutes.
  3. Drain. Return potatoes to pot.
  4. Place pot over low heat until liquid from potatoes evaporates, about 2 minutes.
  5. Cut warm potatoes into 1/3-inch-thick slices.
  6. Add to dressing. Toss gently to coat.
  7. Let stand at least 1 hour at room temperature. Toss again and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories201kcal
Protein7.83%
Fat32.11%
Carbs60.06%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.88
Glycemic Load
0.13
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
9.4934782097521%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.06mg
Epicatechin
0.04mg
Hesperetin
0.03mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
2.71mg
Quercetin
5.29mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:201.37kcal
10.07%
Fat:7.21g
11.09%
Saturated Fat:1.03g
6.41%
Carbohydrates:30.33g
10.11%
Net Carbohydrates:26.82g
9.75%
Sugar:2.66g
2.96%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:133.78mg
5.82%
Alcohol:0.77g
100%
Alcohol %:0.44%
100%
Protein:3.95g
7.91%
Potassium:874.62mg
24.99%
Vitamin K:22.41µg
21.34%
Vitamin C:17.1mg
20.72%
Vitamin B6:0.32mg
16.22%
Manganese:0.3mg
14.86%
Fiber:3.51g
14.06%
Copper:0.27mg
13.33%
Phosphorus:122.74mg
12.27%
Vitamin B3:2.29mg
11.46%
Magnesium:45.17mg
11.29%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.69%
Folate:37.81µg
9.45%
Iron:1.62mg
8.99%
Vitamin E:1.05mg
7.03%
Vitamin B5:0.53mg
5.34%
Zinc:0.68mg
4.53%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.15%
Selenium:2.26µg
3.23%
Calcium:27.17mg
2.72%
Vitamin A:78.14IU
1.56%
Source:Epicurious