Best 7 Heirloom Potato Salad Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, the heirloom potato salad stands as a testament to the harmonious blend of tradition and innovation. This delectable dish, a symphony of flavors and textures, traces its roots back to humble beginnings yet has evolved into a cherished centerpiece of many a joyous gathering. As we embark on a culinary journey to explore the best heirloom potato salad recipes, let us delve into the secrets behind this timeless classic, uncovering the perfect balance of creamy dressing, tender potatoes, and the vibrant hues of fresh herbs.

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GERMAN POTATO SALAD



German Potato Salad image

Toss Yukon gold potatoes with Dijon mustard, vinegar, thick-cut bacon, chives and seasoning for this classic German Potato Salad recipe from Food Network.

Provided by Mary Nolan

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes
1/2 pound thick-cut bacon
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/3 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons minced chives, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a medium-size pot and cover them with enough water to extend 2 inches above the surface of the potatoes. Salt the water and bring to boil over medium-high heat. Continue cooking until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork, about 15 to 20 minutes. Drain and slice into 1/4-inch rounds.
  • Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once crisp, place on a paper towel-lined plate and crumble into small pieces. Pour off the rendered fat, reserving 1/4 cup in the pan. Turn the heat to medium and add the onion. Cook until translucent and just beginning to brown, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Whisk in the vinegar, sugar, mustard, and salt and stir until thick and bubbly. Add the sliced, cooked potatoes and toss to coat. Top with the crumbled bacon and garnish with the chives. Serve warm.

OLD FASHIONED POTATO SALAD



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This is potato salad the old-fashioned way, with eggs, celery and relish. It's really good to serve with chili.

Provided by jewellkay

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Dairy-Free Potato Salad Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 potatoes
3 eggs
1 cup chopped celery
½ cup chopped onion
½ cup sweet pickle relish
¼ teaspoon garlic salt
¼ teaspoon celery salt
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes. Drain, cool, peel and chop.
  • Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil; cover, remove from heat, and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, cool, peel and chop.
  • In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, eggs, celery, onion, relish, garlic salt, celery salt, mustard, pepper and mayonnaise. Mix together well and refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.4 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Cholesterol 72.4 mg, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 334.7 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

THE ORIGINAL POTATO SALAD



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This recipe is right off the Hellman's mayonnaise jar. To me, it's so good it rivals my mother in law's potato salad, which I think is the best there is. It's a plain and simple potato salad, but it's delicious! Add pimentos, olives, or green peppers depending on what you like in your potato salad.

Provided by 75violets

Categories     Potato

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup hellman mayonnaise
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cups cubed cooked potatoes (5 to 6 medium)
1 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped

Steps:

  • Combine the first 5 ingredients.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients.
  • Cover& chill.

FRESH HEIRLOOM TOMATO SALAD



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This tomato salad is a summertime must. The standout dressing takes these tasty ingredients to a brand-new level. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
3 large heirloom tomatoes, sliced
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
1/3 cup pine nuts, toasted
3 tablespoons chopped red onion
2 ounces fresh goat cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Place salad greens in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk oil, vinegar, mustard, garlic, sugar and oregano until blended. Pour over salad greens; toss to coat. Transfer to a large platter. Arrange tomato slices over greens. Top with basil, pine nuts, onion and cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 35mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GERMAN POTATO SALAD HEIRLOOM RECIPE RECIPE - (4.4/5)



German Potato Salad Heirloom Recipe Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by Foodiewife

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
1 small red onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
1/2 pound bacon strips
1 tablespoon dill
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup chicken stock
1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoons fresh cracked pepper, approx
3/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup Japanese rice vinegar (optional secret ingredient)
1 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Slice the bacon and cook until crispy. Drain the bacon on a paper towel and save about 2 Tablespoons of the fat. Finely chop the cooked bacon and set aside. Finely dice the onion, parsley and fresh dill (dried dill is fine, too) NOTE: You want all of your ingredients to be prepped, because once you peel and slice the potatoes, you want to add the "dressing" so that it better absorbs into the potatoes. Boil the potatoes, skin on, until fork tender (approximately 20 to 30 minutes) in water. Drain and allow to cool so that they can be picked up, and held into a clean tea towel. TIP: Hold a potato in a tea towel and grip with one hand. Rub the peel off with the towel, and the other hand, and the peels should come right off! Once all of the potatoes are peeled, cut each potato in half and then into fairly thin slices (about 1/4")into a large bowl. Pour the vinegar, salt & pepper, to the warm potatoes and wait for a few minutes, so that it absorbs. Add the bacon, onion, salt and pepper, and dill. Add the reserved bacon fat, and chicken stock. Gently stir with a large spatula, being careful not to press the potatoes too much. Add about 3/4 cups of the vegetable oil (you can always add more). Gently combine. Add 1 teaspoon of white sugar, not too much! Taste the salad. Adjust the salt, if necessary. Add a little more vinegar, so that it has a mild tartness to it. The potato salad should have a nice sheen to it, but not be too oily. Add a little oil at a time, until you see a very light sheen. I like to add the fresh parsley, last. It's best served at room temperature. We love this with German Wiener Wurstl (veal sausages). It's delicious cold, but ideally, you want to serve it room temp-- never hot! That's Bavarian "blasphemy"!

HEIRLOOM TOMATO SALAD



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Provided by Anne Burrell

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup baby arugula, washed
1/4 cup high-quality extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
Kosher salt
5 to 6 assorted heirloom tomatoes, cut into wedges and various other shapes
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
4 ounces goat cheese, room temperature
4 slices grilled baguette

Steps:

  • In a small bowl toss the arugula with 1 tablespoon each of the olive oil and red wine vinegar. Season with salt. Divide the arugula between 2 serving plates.
  • Toss the tomatoes with the remaining olive oil, vinegar, oregano, and salt. Arrange the tomatoes on the serving plates.
  • Spread 1 ounce of goat cheese onto each slice of grilled bread. Serve 2 slices of grilled bread with goat cheese with each plate.
  • Holy tomato!!
  • August - Why We Love: Heirloom Tomatoes

POTATO AND HEIRLOOM TOMATO SALAD



Potato and Heirloom Tomato Salad image

Summer's heirloom tomatoes are combined with white and sweet potatoes and fresh greens in a salad tossed with a spicy southwestern dressing. Creamy goat-cheese slices are served on top.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 medium Yukon gold potatoes, (about 1 pound)
2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 pound)
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt, plus more for water
Reserved poblano pieces
Poblano and Tomatillo Dressing
1 bunch red-leaf lettuce, washed and torn into bite-size pieces
1 small bunch romaine lettuce, washed and torn into bite-size pieces
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
Pinch of freshly ground pepper
8 ounces assorted heirloom and cherry tomatoes
6 ounces fresh goat cheese, cut into 12 disks
2 scallions, sliced into very thin rings

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a large saucepan of cold salted water. Bring to a boil, reduce to simmer, and cook until the potatoes are just tender, 20 to 25 minutes. If sweet potatoes are done before, remove with slotted spoon to colander. Drain the potatoes in colander, and rinse with cold water. When cool enough to handle, peel, and cut into 1-inch chunks.
  • Transfer potatoes to a medium bowl; add reserved poblano pieces and half of dressing. Stir to combine well. Place lettuces in large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cut tomatoes into halves, slices, or wedges, and toss well with greens.
  • If plating salads individually, arrange greens on six plates, and divide warm potato salad evenly among them. Top each salad with a disc of goat cheese, and a sprinkle of scallions. Serve remaining dressing on the side.

Tips:

  • Choose the right potatoes: Waxy potatoes, such as Yukon Golds or fingerlings, hold their shape better than starchy potatoes, such as Russets, and are less likely to fall apart when cooked.
  • Cook the potatoes just until tender: Overcooked potatoes will be mushy and fall apart easily.
  • Let the potatoes cool completely before assembling the salad: This will help prevent the salad from becoming watery.
  • Use a light hand when dressing the salad: You don't want to overpower the flavor of the potatoes.
  • Add your favorite mix-ins: Diced celery, onion, hard-boiled eggs, pickles, and bacon are all popular additions to potato salad.
  • Serve the salad chilled: Potato salad is best enjoyed cold.

Conclusion:

Heirloom potato salad is a classic summer side dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its creamy dressing, tender potatoes, and variety of mix-ins, it's a dish that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a side dish to bring to a potluck or barbecue, give heirloom potato salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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