Potato and Blue Cheese Salad

Gluten Free
Health score
13%
Potato and Blue Cheese Salad
45 min.
8
305kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Potato and Blue Cheese Salad, a gluten-free dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue, preparing a festive holiday meal, or simply looking for a satisfying side dish, this salad is sure to impress your guests. With its creamy blue cheese, crispy bacon, and tender red-skinned potatoes, every bite is a harmonious blend of textures and tastes.

This salad is not just a feast for the palate; it’s also a visual delight. The vibrant colors of fresh herbs, the rich blue cheese, and the golden bacon create an inviting presentation that will make your table come alive. Plus, it’s incredibly versatile—serving as a side dish, antipasti, starter, or even a snack, it fits seamlessly into any meal plan.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is both quick and easy, making it a fantastic choice for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings. The combination of tangy apple cider vinegar, zesty lemon peel, and a hint of honey in the dressing elevates the dish, while the addition of hard-boiled egg and fresh chives adds a touch of elegance. With only 305 calories per serving, you can enjoy this delicious salad guilt-free. Dive into this culinary adventure and treat yourself and your loved ones to a dish that’s as delightful to eat as it is to behold!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup apple cider vinegar 
  • slices bacon 
  • 2.5 ounces cheese blue crumbled
  • tablespoon dijon mustard coarse-grained
  • tablespoon chives fresh chopped
  • tablespoon parsley fresh chopped
  •  hardboiled egg grated
  • teaspoons honey 
  • teaspoons lemon zest grated
  • 0.7 cup olive oil 
  • pounds red-skinned potatoes quartered
  • 12  romaine lettuce leaves 
  • 0.3 cup shallots minced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • whisk
  • pot

Directions

  1. Whisk oil, vinegar, shallots, parsley, 1 tablespoon chives, mustard, honey and lemon peel in large bowl until well blended. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  2. Cook potatoes in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 8 minutes.
  3. Drain.
  4. Add warm potatoes to dressing; toss to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  5. Cook bacon in large skillet over medium heat until crisp.
  6. Drain on paper towels. Crumble into small pieces. Arrange lettuce around edge of platter; mound potato salad in center.
  7. Sprinkle with bacon, blue cheese, egg and remaining 1/4 cup chives.

Nutrition Facts

Calories305kcal
Protein12.26%
Fat46.43%
Carbs41.31%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.28
Glycemic Load
1.16
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
18.126521597738%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
1.09mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Isorhamnetin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
2.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:305.14kcal
15.26%
Fat:15.98g
24.59%
Saturated Fat:5.37g
33.54%
Carbohydrates:31.99g
10.66%
Net Carbohydrates:27.82g
10.12%
Sugar:4.93g
5.47%
Cholesterol:44.48mg
14.83%
Sodium:311.72mg
13.55%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.49g
18.99%
Vitamin A:3838.66IU
76.77%
Vitamin K:59.47µg
56.64%
Potassium:992.2mg
28.35%
Folate:97.58µg
24.39%
Vitamin C:18.44mg
22.36%
Vitamin B6:0.43mg
21.5%
Phosphorus:200.97mg
20.1%
Manganese:0.37mg
18.38%
Fiber:4.17g
16.69%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
16.3%
Vitamin B3:3.1mg
15.52%
Copper:0.27mg
13.64%
Selenium:9.41µg
13.44%
Magnesium:52.07mg
13.02%
Iron:2.05mg
11.38%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
9.96%
Vitamin B5:0.93mg
9.3%
Calcium:88.33mg
8.83%
Zinc:1.28mg
8.51%
Vitamin E:0.79mg
5.24%
Vitamin B12:0.29µg
4.79%
Vitamin D:0.27µg
1.8%
Source:Epicurious