Turkish Potato Salad
Turkish Potato Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines creamy Yukon Gold potatoes with crunchy vegetables and a zesty dressing. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for summer gatherings or cozy family dinners. With its blend of fresh herbs and lemon juice, it offers a delightful balance of flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Serve it chilled as a side dish or main course to enjoy a taste of Turkey at your table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Side dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 medium English cucumber, diced
- ½ medium red onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tbsp)
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the Potatoes: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add cubed potatoes and cook for 10-15 minutes until tender but not mushy. Drain and let cool slightly.
- Prep the Veggies: While the potatoes cool, dice the cucumber, chop the onion, and parsley.
- Make the Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Combine Everything: Gently mix warm potatoes with cucumbers, onions, parsley, and dressing in a large bowl until well-coated.
- Chill Out: Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve and Enjoy: Transfer to serving bowls or plates; garnish with extra parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg