Potato Salad with Olives
Potato Salad with Olives is a delicious and refreshing side dish that combines creamy Yukon Gold potatoes with tangy green olives, creating a burst of flavor in every bite. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or family dinners, this easy-to-make salad not only looks vibrant on the table but also brings a nostalgic touch to your gatherings. Enjoy the perfect blend of textures and flavors in this crowd-pleaser that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes
- 3/4 cup pitted green olives, chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley or dill, chopped
Instructions
- Wash, peel, and cut potatoes into chunks. Boil in salted water until fork-tender (about 15-20 minutes). Drain and cool.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise and Dijon mustard until smooth. Add lemon juice for extra zest if desired.
- Roughly chop the green olives while potatoes cool.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooled potatoes, chopped olives, fresh herbs, and dressing. Gently fold ingredients together.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Stir gently before serving and enjoy this flavorful potato salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg