Description
Hearty Pioneer Woman Pepperoni Potato Salad brings classic comfort with a spicy twist. Crisp potatoes and zesty pepperoni create a mouthwatering side dish that elevates summer gatherings with bold, unexpected flavors you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 pounds (1.8 kg) baby Yukon gold potatoes
- 24 ounces (680 grams) mozzarella pearls, drained
- 7 ounces (200 grams) pepperoni, quartered
- 2 cups pitted green olives, halved
Cheese and Sauce Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (30 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) mayonnaise
- ¾ cup (180 milliliters) marinara sauce
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 8 scallions, green and white parts, chopped
- ½ cup (20 grams) fresh basil, cut into chiffonade
- ½ cup (20 grams) fresh parsley, chopped
- Kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare a large pot with cold water, generously season with salt, and submerge whole potatoes. Bring to a rolling boil and cook until a fork easily pierces the potatoes, approximately 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes in a colander and allow them to cool slightly. Slice each potato in half, transferring the halved potatoes to a spacious mixing bowl.
- In a separate mixing vessel, craft the flavor-packed dressing by whisking together creamy mayonnaise, zesty marinara sauce, and finely grated Parmesan cheese until smooth and well-incorporated.
- Pour the vibrant dressing over the warm potato halves, ensuring each piece is evenly coated with the tangy mixture.
- Gently fold in chopped scallions, distributing them throughout the dressed potatoes for a subtle onion essence.
- Introduce delightful texture and flavor by carefully incorporating soft mozzarella pearls, crisp quartered pepperoni slices, briny halved green olives, and freshly chopped basil leaves.
- Season generously with freshly ground black pepper to enhance the overall taste profile.
- Sprinkle most of the chopped parsley into the potato salad, stirring gently to distribute the herb’s bright flavor.
- Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with the remaining parsley, creating an appetizing visual appeal before presenting to eager guests.
Notes
- Unlocks a flavor explosion that transforms traditional potato salad into a pizza-inspired culinary adventure.
- Blends the comfort of classic picnic sides with the bold excitement of Italian-style ingredients.
- Creates a versatile dish that works equally well for casual family dinners or impressive summer gatherings.
- Delivers maximum taste with minimal effort, perfect for home cooks seeking something beyond ordinary side dishes.
- Keeps well in the refrigerator, making meal prep and leftovers a delicious breeze.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg