Description
As a busy mom, I know how challenging it can be to whip up something delicious yet simple. That’s where my Mediterranean Potato Salad comes in! This dish is a delightful twist on a classic, combining tender potatoes with hard-boiled eggs, olives, and feta cheese. It’s not just a salad; it’s a vibrant celebration of flavors that can impress your loved ones or serve as a quick solution for a hectic day. With its zesty dressing and fresh ingredients, this Mediterranean Potato Salad is sure to become a favorite in your home!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs. red or Yukon gold potatoes (8–10 potatoes), cubed
- 6 eggs, hard-boiled & chopped
- ½ cup Kalamata olives, chopped
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup chives or herbs (parsley, mint, or basil)
- ½ tsp kosher salt (for boiling potatoes)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (1–2 lemons)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
Instructions
- Cube and boil the potatoes in salted water for 8–10 minutes. Drain and cool for 30 minutes.
- Boil the eggs, chill in ice water, peel, and chop.
- Whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and seasonings to make the dressing.
- In a large bowl, layer the potatoes and eggs with the dressing, mixing gently. Add the olives, feta, and herbs. Garnish with lemon juice and extra herbs.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or cucumbers for extra crunch.
- This salad can be made a day in advance for flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling and Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 150mg