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Olive Greek Potato Salad

Olive Greek Potato Salad: A Refreshing Twist on Comfort Food

Olive Greek Potato Salad is a delightful twist on a classic comfort food, with fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 pounds Waxy petite white or red potatoes Maintains shape and texture
  • 1 tablespoon Kosher salt For boiling potatoes
  • 1 medium Red onion Thinly sliced
  • ½ cup Pitted Kalamata olives Add salty punch
  • ¼ cup Sun-dried tomatoes Well-drained
  • 2 tablespoons Capers Reserve brine for dressing
  • ¼ cup Fresh dill Roughly chopped
  • ¾ cup Feta cheese Crumble before serving
For the Dressing
  • cup Extra-virgin olive oil High-quality for best flavor
  • 3 tablespoons Red wine vinegar Adds brightness
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced or crushed
  • 1 teaspoon Dry mustard For subtle heat
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme Essential herb
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano Essential herb
  • to taste Ground black pepper Rounds out flavors

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Mason jar
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Steps
  1. Place potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, add salt, and boil for about 15 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and let cool slightly.
  2. In a mason jar, mix olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, dry mustard, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Shake until emulsified.
  3. Cut cooled potatoes into one-inch pieces and transfer to a large bowl while still warm.
  4. Drizzle potatoes with caper brine, then mix in olives, onion, sun-dried tomatoes, and dill.
  5. Pour dressing over the potato mixture and toss carefully to coat.
  6. Gently fold in feta cheese before serving and let sit for at least one hour for flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Olive Greek Potato Salad can be customized with fresh herbs and ingredients as per preference. Best if allowed to rest before serving.

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