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Italian Potato Salad
Italian Potato Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish featuring tender baby potatoes, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a tangy olive oil dressing. Fresh basil and shaved Parmesan cheese add a delightful finish, making it perfect for any occasion. Serve it chilled or at room temperature.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 211 kcal
Course:
Side Dish , Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine:
Italian
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds baby potatoes red and yellow, halved
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ½ cup red onion thinly sliced
- ½ cup black olives pitted and halved
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves
- ¼ cup olive oil extra-virgin
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese shaved
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the halved baby potatoes and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked potatoes, cherry tomatoes, red onion, black olives, and fresh basil leaves.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and shaved Parmesan cheese. Serve the salad at room temperature or chilled.
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Notes
- Cool the Potatoes: Allow the potatoes to cool slightly before mixing to prevent wilting the fresh herbs.
- Adjust the Dressing: Taste and adjust the dressing to your preference; a pinch of sugar can help balance the acidity.
- Storage Tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Mix well before serving again.
- Fresh Herbs: For the best flavor, add the fresh basil, parsley, and Parmesan cheese just before serving if making ahead.
- Variations: Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or cucumbers.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
211kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
23g
(8%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
12g
(18%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
8g
Cholesterol
3mg
(1%)
Sodium
254mg
(11%)
Potassium
578mg
(17%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
464IU
(9%)
Vitamin C
33mg
(37%)
Calcium
80mg
(8%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 211
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 211kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 254mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 578mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 464IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 33mg | 37% |
| Calcium | 80mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.