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Greek Lemon Potato Salad

This Greek Lemon Potato Salad bursts with sunny Mediterranean flavors, and is a healthier alternative to classic potato salad ~ no mayo means it's perfect for outdoor picnics and barbecues, too.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 172 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Greek

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds baby or new potatoes
  • 8 scallions thinly sliced, white and green parts
  • 2 Tbsp chopped fresh oregano don't use dried ~ substitute fresh dill, rosemary, thyme, or parsley
  • salt and fresh cracked black pepper to taste
dressing
  • 1/4 cup + 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp prepared mustard
  • 1 clove garlic finely minced
  • zest of 1/2 lemon
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • 1/8 tsp salt, or to taste
  • several good grindings of black pepper

Instructions

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  1. Cook the potatoes in boiling water until they are just tender, and easily pierced with the tip of a sharp knife. Drain and cut into bite sized pieces, in quarters or in half, depending on the size of your potatoes.
  2. While the potatoes are cooking make the dressing. Put all the ingredients in a small jar or measuring cup and blend with a stick blender until bright yellow and creamy (emulsified.) Be sure to taste it now to see if you need more salt, more lemon, or whatever.
  3. While the potatoes are hot, dress them in several tablespoons of the dressing, gently tossing to make sure they all get coated. Let cool, then cover and refrigerate until cold.
  4. When the potatoes are chilled, add the green onions and fresh oregano. Season with salt and fresh cracked black pepper to taste. Toss with more dressing and serve.

Notes

  • This is a simple salad with few ingredients, so make each of them count. Use a good quality extra virgin olive oil for best flavor, and be sure your lemon juice and oregano are fresh.

Nutrition Information

Calories 172kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 21g (7%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 7g Sodium 63mg (3%) Potassium 522mg (15%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 162IU (3%) Vitamin C 25mg (28%) Calcium 26mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 172

% Daily Value*

Calories 172kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 21g 7%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 7g 35%
Sodium 63mg 3%
Potassium 522mg 11%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 162IU 3%
Vitamin C 25mg 28%
Calcium 26mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.