Classic French-Style Potato Salad
Classic French-Style Potato Salad Recipe is a delightful blend of creamy Yukon Gold potatoes, tangy vinaigrette, and fresh herbs that captures the essence of French cuisine. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or elegant dinner parties, this potato salad can be enjoyed warm or chilled. Its rich flavors and light texture make it a perfect side dish that complements grilled meats, fish, or even as part of a charcuterie board. Whip up this easy recipe in no time and impress your guests with a taste of France in every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- 2–3 medium shallots (finely minced)
- 1/4 to 1/2 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1/4 to 1/2 cup fresh chives (chopped)
- 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 3/4 cup neutral oil (like canola or grapeseed)
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place cut potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, and season generously with salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then simmer until tender but not mushy.
- Immediately drain cooked potatoes in a colander and allow them to steam dry for a few minutes while still warm. Transfer warm potatoes to a large mixing bowl.
- Wash and thoroughly dry fresh herbs (parsley and chives), then finely chop using a sharp knife.
- In a separate bowl or jar, gradually drizzle in oil while whisking continuously until emulsified. Add white wine vinegar and Dijon mustard; continue whisking until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Add minced shallots and chopped fresh herbs to the bowl with warm potatoes, then gently toss everything together until well combined.
- Allow potato salad to marinate at room temperature for at least 30 minutes or refrigerate for 1-2 hours (or overnight).
- Before serving, taste your potato salad again and add more vinaigrette for moisture if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg