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Mediterranean Potato Salad

June 26, 2012 Gluten-Free/Dairy-Free, Recipes

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This Mediterranean potato salad is a delicious, healthy side dish that goes well with many different entrees. It's an easy recipe for a potluck.

I don’t know if it’s my Irish heritage, but potatoes are one of my favorite foods. Nutritionally speaking, potatoes get a bad rap. But they’re not just a starchy food that ends up in the fryer at a fast food joint. If you eat a medium potato with the skin on, you get 45 percent of your recommended daily supply of vitamin C and more potassium than a banana. With its neutral, adaptable flavor, a potato can fit in with just about any kind of meal.

As a member of the Recipe Redux, I’ve been invited to develop a healthy potato salad recipe for the summer barbecue season. My family loves potato salad, but it’s not the healthiest food when it’s laced with mayonnaise. This version is much more nutritious, consisting of a delicious mix of vegetables and a light Greek dressing.

Mediterranean Potato Salad

This Mediterranean potato salad is an easy, delicious side dish.
$.62 per serving
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Potatoes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 102kcal
Author: Annemarie Rossi

Ingredients

Ingredients for Salad

  • 2 lbs. red potatoes
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives chopped
  • 1 small cucumber chopped
  • 1 red pepper chopped
  • 2 tbs. diced red onion
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes sliced in half
  • 4 leaves of basil for garnish

Ingredients for Dressing

  • 3 tbs. olive oil
  • 1 tbs. lemon juice
  • 1 tbs. red wine vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp. dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp. onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper

Instructions

  • Boil the potatoes until tender but not mushy.
  • Prepare the other salad ingredients and stir them together in a large bowl (except the basil).
  • Stir together the dressing ingredients to combine well.
  • When the potatoes are cool enough to handle but still warm, cut them into bite-sized pieces and add them to the large bowl.
  • Pour the dressing onto the potato salad and stir gently. Garnish the salad with chopped fresh basil. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Estimate

Calories: 102kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 144mg | Potassium: 426mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 425IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg
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Mediterranean Potato Salad Price Breakdown

This recipe cost me a total of $7.40 to make. It makes 12 servings (2/3 cup each), and the cost per serving is $.62. This is such a great way to enjoy potatoes during the summer!

Disclosure: By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by the United States Potato Board and am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not compensated for my time.

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  1. Karyne Corum says

    July 7, 2014 at 1:33 pm

    This looks so yummy. I am a potato fan, also of Irish heritage, and finding healthy ways to make them is a huge plus.

    Reply
    • Annemarie says

      July 7, 2014 at 9:27 pm

      Thanks, Karyne! This is one of my favorites.

      Reply
  2. Lollie - The Fortuitous Housewife says

    August 20, 2013 at 8:11 am

    I made your Med Potato Salad for a cookout with friends Sunday and everyone loved it! And I loved the vinaigrette instead of mayo – so much better for serving al fresco on a warm summer evening.

    A great salad for highlighting the bounty of diminutive tomatoes this time of year.

    Reply
    • Annemarie says

      August 20, 2013 at 9:38 am

      Thanks so much for letting me know, Lollie! I’ll have to make this again because I have loads of cherry tomatoes and potatoes right now. I’m glad your crowd enjoyed the recipe.

      Reply
  3. easynaturalfood says

    July 4, 2012 at 11:24 pm

    Looks delicious! I love potato salads of all type – mayo or no mayo, but your version sounds especially tasty! Thanks for sharing this with Summer Salad Sundays, look forward to seeing you again soon!

    Reply
    • easynaturalfood says

      July 5, 2012 at 5:23 pm

      I have chosen to feature your salad this week! I have tweeted it, pinned it and shared it on my Facebook page. It will be featured on Summer Salad Sundays this coming Sunday. Thanks for linking up and I hope to see you again soon!

      Reply
      • Real Food, Real Deals says

        July 5, 2012 at 7:47 pm

        Thank you so much!

  4. Stephanie says

    July 2, 2012 at 2:44 pm

    Looks so good! Love that the potatoes are tossed in a viniagrette! Perfect for hot weather!

    Reply
    • Real Food, Real Deals says

      July 2, 2012 at 2:49 pm

      Yes, it’s great for hot weather. And there’s just something about Kalamata olives that makes everything taste better!

      Reply
  5. Gretchen @gfedge says

    July 1, 2012 at 9:46 am

    What an awesome potato salad – beautiful! The dressing is similar to what my German grandmother used.Thank you for posting on Wellness Weekend – another recipe treasure.

    Reply
    • Real Food, Real Deals says

      July 1, 2012 at 3:19 pm

      I love hearing that your grandmother used a similar dressing!

      Reply
  6. thefoodery says

    June 28, 2012 at 7:47 am

    I like that you can serve this warm or cold, you won’t have to worry about leaving it out at the picnic table! I like the Greek flavors, and everything looks so nice and colorful. 🙂

    Reply
    • Real Food, Real Deals says

      June 28, 2012 at 8:00 am

      Thanks! I’m happy to move away from mayonnaise for that very reason.

      Reply
  7. Sizzle says

    June 27, 2012 at 4:52 pm

    What a tasty idea!!

    Reply
  8. Jenn @ Our House Story says

    June 27, 2012 at 8:43 am

    This looks great. I’ve had my eyes open searching the blogosphere for a side dish to take to a July 4th picnic…this might just be the one! I love Mediterranean food! I also agree that potatoes get a bad rap!

    Reply
    • Real Food, Real Deals says

      June 27, 2012 at 10:12 am

      This would be perfect for a July 4th picnic! I hope you like it.

      Reply
  9. silverbells2012 says

    June 27, 2012 at 4:36 am

    It definitely does look a delicious salad.
    It is a shame that potatoes are maligned, considering we do need carbohydrates and with the skin on their is plenty of fibre as well as the Vitamin C.

    Reply
    • Real Food, Real Deals says

      June 27, 2012 at 7:13 am

      So true!

      Reply
  10. Ash Jones APD (Off-Duty Dietitian) says

    June 26, 2012 at 11:19 pm

    Great idea, these flavours would go really together. And without a creamy dressing! Lovely.

    Reply
    • Real Food, Real Deals says

      June 27, 2012 at 7:13 am

      There’s a time and place for creamy dressing, but it’s nice to have a healthier alternative!

      Reply
  11. Deanna Segrave-Daly (@tspbasil) says

    June 26, 2012 at 8:26 pm

    Can’t go wrong when you include Mediterranean ingredients – nutrition or taste wise! Looks delish.

    Reply
    • Real Food, Real Deals says

      June 26, 2012 at 8:50 pm

      Thanks – I agree!

      Reply
  12. lightlycrunchy says

    June 26, 2012 at 8:18 pm

    I’m definitely trying this! I never thought of putting a mediterranean spin on potato salad. Looks delicious.

    Reply
    • Real Food, Real Deals says

      June 26, 2012 at 8:50 pm

      Thanks! The olives are my favorite part, but all these flavors do well together.

      Reply

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