Greek Potato Salad
Enjoy a refreshing Greek Potato Salad, a perfect dish that captures summer's essence with vibrant flavors and delightful textures.
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
Chilling Time: 30 minutes minutes
Total Time: 1 hour hour
Course: Snacks & Starters
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: easy salad, feta cheese, Greek Potato Salad, Mediterranean Salad, potato salad, Summer Salad
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 250kcal
Large pot
Mixing bowl
small bowl
Salad Ingredients
- 2 pounds potatoes Choose waxy potatoes for a creamy texture that holds up well.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes Use vine-ripened tomatoes for the sweetest flavor.
- 1 cucumber A crisp cucumber adds refreshing crunch to the mix.
- 1/2 red onion Red onion offers a mild, slightly sweet bite.
- 1 cup feta cheese Feta brings that quintessential salty and tangy flavor to the salad.
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives These olives add a rich, briny depth that pairs wonderfully with the potatoes.
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/4 cup olive oil High-quality extra virgin olive oil enhances the overall taste of the salad.
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar This vinegar complements the ingredients with its zesty acidity.
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano Oregano gives the salad a classic Mediterranean touch.
- salt Adjust the salt based on your preference and feta’s saltiness.
- pepper Freshly cracked pepper relishes the flavors and adds a subtle kick.
Preparation Steps
Boil the potatoes in a large pot of salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool slightly before handling.
Cut the cooled potatoes into bite-sized pieces, ensuring they’re not too small so they maintain their shape in the salad.
Combine the potatoes, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and Kalamata olives in a large mixing bowl. Toss gently to distribute the ingredients evenly.
Whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until well-blended. This dressing will infuse your salad with delightful flavor.
Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently yet thoroughly, ensuring every ingredient is coated with the zesty goodness.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will help the flavors meld beautifully together for that refreshing taste.
Optional: Garnish with fresh parsley or a sprinkle of additional oregano before serving for a touch of color.
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 2mg