Tangy Mustard and Herb Potato Salad
This potato salad is a refreshing take on the classic, with a tangy mustard and herb dressing that brightens up the potatoes. It's the perfect side dish for a summer picnic or barbecue, and it's also a great way to use up leftover potatoes.
The history of potato salad is a long and winding one, dating back to the early days of potato cultivation in the Americas. The first potato salads were likely simple affairs, consisting of boiled potatoes dressed with vinegar and oil. Over time, however, the dish evolved to include a wider variety of ingredients, including mustard, mayonnaise, celery, and onions. Today, there are countless variations on potato salad, each with its own unique flavor and texture. This particular recipe is inspired by the classic German potato salad, which is typically made with a mustard vinaigrette. However, we've lightened up the dressing with white wine vinegar and olive oil, and we've added fresh herbs for a brighter flavor. The result is a potato salad that is both tangy and refreshing, and that is sure to please everyone at your table.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 2 pounds baby potatoes, quartered
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, mustard, vinegar, olive oil, parsley, dill, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  2. Toss to coat.
  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
  4. Serve chilled.
Why It Works
  • The combination of Dijon mustard and white wine vinegar gives the dressing a sharp, tangy flavor that complements the mild flavor of the potatoes.
  • The fresh herbs add a bright, herbaceous flavor to the salad, which helps to balance out the richness of the dressing.
  • Refrigerating the salad for at least 15 minutes allows the flavors to meld together, resulting in a more flavorful salad.