Description
French potato salad from Ina Garten celebrates Mediterranean flavors with herbed potatoes dressed in a light vinaigrette. Crisp herbs and tangy dressing create a refreshing side dish that delights palates at summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) small white boiling potatoes
- 1 lb (454 g) small red boiling potatoes
- 3 tbsps (45 ml) champagne vinegar
- 10 tbsps (150 ml) good olive oil
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) dry white wine
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) chicken stock
- ¼ cup (60 ml) minced scallions (white and green parts)
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) minced fresh dill
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) minced flat-leaf parsley
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) julienned fresh basil leaves
- 2 tsp (10 g) kosher salt
- ¾ tsp (3.75 g) freshly ground black pepper
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml) Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Potato Preparation: Immerse whole potatoes in heavily salted water, simmering until fork-tender yet structurally sound. Drain and cocoon in a clean towel, allowing residual heat to equalize moisture for 10 minutes.
- Flavor Infusion: Slice potatoes into rustic chunks, then baptize with white wine and chicken stock. Allow potatoes to absorb these aromatic liquids, creating a flavor foundation that elevates the entire dish.
- Vinaigrette Creation: Whisk together vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Stream extra virgin olive oil slowly, transforming the mixture into a glossy, harmonious emulsion that will coat the potatoes magnificently.
- Herbal Integration: Pour vinaigrette over wine-kissed potatoes. Introduce a verdant medley of scallions, dill, parsley, and basil. Gently fold to distribute herbs and seasonings without fragmenting the delicate potato pieces, ensuring each bite captures the essence of French countryside cuisine.
- Serving Recommendation: Serve at room temperature or slightly warm, allowing the nuanced flavors to shine and showcase the salad’s sophisticated, herbaceous character.
Notes
- Maximize Potato Texture: Cook potatoes just until tender to prevent mushiness, ensuring they hold their shape when absorbing wine and stock.
- Wine Selection Matters: Choose a crisp, dry white wine that complements the potato’s mild flavor and enhances overall dish complexity.
- Herb Freshness is Key: Use freshly chopped herbs at room temperature to release maximum flavor and aromatic oils into the salad.
- Dressing Technique: Whisk vinaigrette slowly and consistently to create a smooth emulsion that coats potatoes evenly without breaking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 366 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg