Potato Salad with Toasted Cumin Vinaigrette

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
8%
Potato Salad with Toasted Cumin Vinaigrette
45 min.
6
200kcal

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Looking for the perfect side dish that’s both flavorful and satisfying? Look no further than our vibrant Potato Salad with Toasted Cumin Vinaigrette! This delightful vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free recipe is not only easy to make but also a crowd-pleaser, packed with fresh ingredients that are sure to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're preparing for a summer barbecue, a holiday feast, or simply a family dinner, this potato salad is a versatile companion to any meal.

The star of this dish is the toasted cumin vinaigrette, which brings a warm, nutty flavor that beautifully complements the tender red-skinned potatoes. Combined with the zest of fresh lemon juice and the kick of pickled jalapeños, every bite is an explosion of taste and texture. This recipe also includes hard-boiled eggs for a protein boost, along with a colorful medley of cilantro, green onions, and red onion to add freshness and crunch.

Everyone will be asking for seconds! Best of all, it can be prepared in just 45 minutes, with a little advance prep. Serve it warm or at room temperature, making it a fantastic option for any time of year. So grab your cooking gear and let's whip up this scrumptious potato salad that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon pickled jalapeño chilies from jar seeded drained chopped
  • tablespoon cumin seeds 
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  •  green onions thinly sliced
  • large hardboiled eggs peeled coarsely chopped
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.5 cup olive oil extra-virgin
  • tablespoons onion red chopped
  • pounds red-skinned new potatoes unpeeled cut into 1-inch pieces
  • tablespoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • pot
  • skewers

Directions

  1. Toast cumin seeds in heavy small skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Cool. Using spice grinder, coarsely grind cumin seeds.
  2. Transfer to medium bowl.
  3. Whisk in lemon juice, then oil. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 2 hours ahead.
  4. Let stand at room temperature.)
  5. Place potatoes in large pot.
  6. Add enough cold water to cover.
  7. Add 1 tablespoon salt. Boil potatoes until tender when pierced with skewer, about 8 minutes.
  8. Drain.
  9. Transfer to large bowl.
  10. Add eggs, green onions, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño chilies, and 2 tablespoons chili liquid.
  11. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  12. Transfer to serving bowl.
  13. Serve warm or at room temperature. (Can be made 2 hours ahead.
  14. Let stand at room temperature.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories200kcal
Protein14.57%
Fat33.52%
Carbs51.91%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.5
Glycemic Load
0.26
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
11.496956535008%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.5mg
Hesperetin
1.47mg
Naringenin
0.14mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.25mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Quercetin
2.82mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:199.75kcal
9.99%
Fat:7.62g
11.73%
Saturated Fat:1.66g
10.39%
Carbohydrates:26.56g
8.85%
Net Carbohydrates:23.61g
8.59%
Sugar:3.05g
3.38%
Cholesterol:124.33mg
41.44%
Sodium:1234.51mg
53.67%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.45g
14.91%
Vitamin C:21.91mg
26.56%
Potassium:788.44mg
22.53%
Vitamin K:17.42µg
16.59%
Vitamin B6:0.33mg
16.42%
Phosphorus:159.69mg
15.97%
Selenium:11.16µg
15.94%
Manganese:0.28mg
13.99%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.56%
Iron:2.31mg
12.83%
Folate:48.51µg
12.13%
Fiber:2.95g
11.8%
Copper:0.23mg
11.41%
Magnesium:42.95mg
10.74%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.66%
Vitamin B3:1.88mg
9.39%
Vitamin B5:0.92mg
9.19%
Vitamin E:0.98mg
6.55%
Zinc:0.94mg
6.26%
Vitamin B12:0.37µg
6.17%
Vitamin A:305.99IU
6.12%
Vitamin D:0.73µg
4.89%
Calcium:47.29mg
4.73%
Source:Epicurious