Chimichurri Potato Salad
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4.3
Chimichurri Potato Salad
Description
The Chimichurri Potato Salad features boiled potatoes coated in a smooth chimichurri sauce that highlights fresh herbs like cilantro, parsley, and dill blended with garlic and green onion. The dressing combines acidity from red wine vinegar and lemon juice with olive oil, balanced by seasoning of salt and black pepper. Red onion adds a crisp contrast, while optional crushed red pepper flakes lend subtle heat. The potatoes are boiled just until fork tender, ensuring they hold their shape without becoming mushy. Garnishing with extra fresh herbs reinforces the bright, herbaceous flavor. This salad can be served immediately or chilled, making it a versatile accompaniment to grilled meats or sandwiches.
Ingredients
Potato Salad
- 2 pounds potato
- 1/4 cup red onion diced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, crushed
- kosher salt fresh ground, to taste
- black pepper fresh ground, to taste
- Herb extra fresh, for garnish
Chimichurri
- 1/2 cup cilantro leaves packed
- 1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley packed
- 2 tablespoons dill chopped, fresh
- 1 clove garlic roughly chopped
- 1 green onion sliced
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice fresh
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- kosher salt fresh ground, to taste
- black pepper fresh ground, to taste
Instructions
- Place all of the ingredients for the chimichurri into a food processor and purée until smooth. Makes approximately 1 cup.
- Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, add salt and cook for 5-8 minutes or until fork tender. Drain and cool.
- Cut the larger potatoes in half and place all of them in a serving bowl along with the red onion, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper and desired amount of chimichurri sauce. I used approximately 1/3 cup. Toss everything together and taste for seasoning. Garnish with extra herbs and serve or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 189 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 189kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Sodium | 18mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.3
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