Mayonnaise Free French Potato Salad
This is a healthier alternative to potato salad because it's mayonnaise free-- perfect for transporting to potlucks. It's very versatile, because you can adjust the herbs to those that you like best. You can even add blanched green beans, if you wish.
Ingredients
- 1 pound small white boiling potatoes NOTE: I used all Yukon Gold Potatoes
- 1 pound small red boiling potatoes
- 2 tablespoons dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons chicken stock
- 3 tablespoons Champagne vinegar I used white vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 10 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup scallions minced (white and green parts); or use shallots
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill minced
- 2 tablespoons flat-leaf parsley minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves julienned
Instructions
- Drop the white and red potatoes into a large pot of boiling salted water and cook for 20 to 30 minutes, until they are just cooked through.
- Drain in a colander and place a towel over the potatoes to allow them to steam for 10 more minutes.
- As soon as you can handle them, cut in 1/2 (quarters if the potatoes are larger) and place in a medium bowl.
- Toss gently with the wine and chicken stock. Allow the liquids to soak into the warm potatoes before proceeding.
- Combine the vinegar, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and slowly whisk in the olive oil to make an emulsion.
- Add the vinaigrette to the potatoes. Add the scallions, dill, parsley, basil, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and toss.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Recipe source: Ina Garten, Food Network
You can also add blanched green beans, if you desire.