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Crispy Potato Salad

Crispy Potato Salad: The Ultimate Crunchy and Creamy Side

Crispy Potato Salad combines crunchy roasted Yukon Gold potatoes with a creamy herb dressing, making it the perfect BBQ and potluck side dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Roasted Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold Potatoes Ideal for roasting.
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Consider avocado oil for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Substitute with fresh garlic if desired.
  • 1 tablespoon Kosher Salt Season water generously.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to your taste.
For the Creamy Herb Dressing
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a healthier alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Use vegan mayo if preferred.
  • 2 scallions Fresh Scallions Reserve some for garnish.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill Use dried dill at a lesser quantity if fresh isn't available.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Cilantro can be used instead.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard is a milder alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Lime juice can be an alternative.

Equipment

  • large stockpot
  • Colander
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Fill a large stockpot with cold water and add the cubed Yukon Gold potatoes along with 1 tablespoon of salt. Bring to a rolling boil, reduce heat and simmer until fork-tender, about 12-16 minutes. Drain and cool.
  2. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the cooled potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until fully coated.
  3. Spread the seasoned potatoes on a foil-lined baking sheet. Roast for about 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
  4. In a large bowl, combine sour cream and mayonnaise. Add scallions, dill, parsley, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Mix well and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Toss roasted potatoes with the creamy dressing just before serving. Garnish with reserved herbs for freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

It's essential to toss the roasted potatoes with the dressing just before serving to keep them crispy. Customize with herbs for variety.

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