Potato Salad with Mustard Vinaigrette

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
6%
Potato Salad with Mustard Vinaigrette
60 min.
8
203kcal

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If you're searching for a fresh and vibrant side dish that elevates any meal, look no further than this delightful Potato Salad with Mustard Vinaigrette. Bursting with flavor and texture, this recipe is a perfect accompaniment for picnics, barbecues, or family dinners. The combination of tender fingerling potatoes and a tangy mustard vinaigrette creates a harmonious balance that will leave your taste buds dancing.

What makes this potato salad truly special is the use of coarse-grained Dijon mustard, which adds a rich depth of flavor without overwhelming the palate. Tossed with finely chopped shallots and just the right amount of sweetness from sugar and white-wine vinegar, each bite is a medley of savory and zesty notes. Plus, it’s a versatile dish that caters to various dietary preferences—being vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free means everyone can enjoy it without compromise.

This salad is not just delicious; it’s also easy to prepare, taking just an hour to make. Whether served warm or chilled, it's a delightful addition to any spread. You can even prepare it a day ahead, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully, making your meal prep even simpler. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to whip up this delectable dish that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons dijon mustard coarse-grained (not whole-grain)
  • lb potatoes boiling
  • 0.3 cup shallots finely chopped
  • teaspoons sugar 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • tablespoons white-wine vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • pot
  • spatula
  • colander

Directions

  1. Cover potatoes with salted cold water by 2 inches in a 5- to 6-quart pot and simmer, uncovered, until just tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
  2. Drain in a colander and cool slightly.
  3. While potatoes are simmering, whisk together sugar and 3 tablespoons vinegar in a large bowl until sugar is dissolved.
  4. When potatoes are just cool enough to handle, peel and cut diagonally into 1/2-inch-thick slices, adding to vinegar mixture as sliced and tossing gently to combine.
  5. Whisk together shallot, mustard, and remaining tablespoon vinegar in a small bowl, then add oil in a slow stream, whisking until emulsified.
  6. Add dressing to potatoes, then season with salt and pepper and stir gently with a rubber spatula.
  7. ·Potato salad can be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered. Bring to room temperature, then stir and season before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories203kcal
Protein8.98%
Fat16.59%
Carbs74.43%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.51
Glycemic Load
1.11
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
10.528260858163%

Flavonoids

Quercetin
1.47mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:203.47kcal
10.17%
Fat:3.86g
5.93%
Saturated Fat:0.61g
3.81%
Carbohydrates:38.93g
12.98%
Net Carbohydrates:34.6g
12.58%
Sugar:4.75g
5.28%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:83.87mg
3.65%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.7g
9.39%
Potassium:1073.42mg
30.67%
Vitamin C:20.35mg
24.66%
Vitamin B6:0.42mg
21.11%
Manganese:0.37mg
18.38%
Fiber:4.33g
17.33%
Copper:0.32mg
15.81%
Phosphorus:148.91mg
14.89%
Magnesium:54.07mg
13.52%
Vitamin B3:2.65mg
13.23%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.11%
Vitamin K:12.96µg
12.35%
Folate:44.44µg
11.11%
Iron:1.87mg
10.38%
Vitamin B5:0.67mg
6.73%
Zinc:0.81mg
5.43%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.41%
Selenium:2.53µg
3.62%
Calcium:29.15mg
2.91%
Vitamin E:0.32mg
2.12%
Source:Epicurious