Best 15 Italian Potato Salad Recipes

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When the weather turns warm and the days get longer, there's nothing quite like a refreshing potato salad to enjoy at a picnic, barbecue, or potluck. Italian potato salad is a classic dish that's bursting with flavor, thanks to a combination of tangy vinegar, fresh herbs, and salty cured meats. Whether you prefer a creamy or oil-based dressing, there's an Italian potato salad recipe out there to suit your taste. In this article, we'll guide you through the steps to making the perfect Italian potato salad, with tips for selecting the best potatoes, choosing the right dressing, and adding your own creative touches to make this classic dish your own.

Here are our top 15 tried and tested recipes!

ITALIAN POTATO SALAD



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My Nonnie used to make this potato salad for me whenever I was home for the holidays. It's a great alternative to mayo-based potato salads. Red wine vinegar works well, too.

Provided by Maria

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     No Mayo

Time 13h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 large potatoes, peeled and chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
⅔ cup extra virgin olive oil
½ cup white wine vinegar
⅓ cup chopped fresh parsley

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 and chop.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the garlic, olive oil, vinegar and parsley. Add potatoes and toss to evenly coat.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347.8 calories, Carbohydrate 40.7 g, Fat 18.9 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 17 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

EASY ITALIAN POTATO SALAD



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You'll want to take this simple-to-assemble potato salad to all your picnics and outings. It's always on the menu when my tomato plants yield a bumper crop. Feel free to improvise by adding other fresh vegetables.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 to 6 medium red potatoes, cooked and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup chopped red onion
3 to 4 plum tomatoes, quartered
1/3 cup olive oil
3 to 4 fresh basil leaves, chopped
1 jar (5-3/4 ounces) pimiento-stuffed olives, drained and halved
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Lettuce leaves, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Serve salad in a lettuce-lined bowl if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 528mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

ITALIAN POTATO SALAD



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This potato salad was one of my Nonna's (grandmother) most-loved recipes. Our whole family (and it's big!) loves it and we always think of her when we make it. It is simple while still being full of flavour. The salad is best served warm or room temperature. You don't absolutely have to love parsley to like this dish, but it would help a little. :-) Please note: amounts are approximate - my grandmother never wrote anything down, so we go by taste. Feel free to adjust to your own preferences.

Provided by Mel T

Categories     European

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb new potato, skins on (I like the small-ish ones best)
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 -4 garlic cloves (if they're really small, use 4)
1/4 cup chopped parsley
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Boil potatoes, keeping skins on, until tender.
  • Meanwhile, crush garlic into medium-sized serving bowl and add chopped parsley.
  • Add olive oil and mix well.
  • Let mixture sit while potatoes are cooking.
  • When potatoes are done and still HOT (or at least very warm- they absorb the flavour better that way), cut into bite-sized chunks and add to parsley-garlic mixture.
  • (If you prefer to peel your potatoes, feel free).
  • Stir well to coat potatoes.
  • If more oil is needed (sometimes it varies, depending on the potatoes), add enough to get desired amount.
  • Salt and pepper to taste.
  • This is best when it sits for at least an hour at room temperature before serving to let the flavours combine.

MOM'S ITALIAN POTATO SALAD



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This is one of my favorite recipes handed down from my mom. The best thing is there are lots of vegetables and flavors, and it's usually a welcome change from standard American versions. The olives are the best part! To save time, I usually chop all the vegetables and make the dressing while the potatoes are boiling.

Provided by marisella

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     No Mayo

Time 1h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 large Yukon Gold potatoes
1 large cucumber, chopped
5 stalks celery, chopped
1 large red onion, chopped
¾ cup green olives with pimento, chopped
¼ cup olive oil
½ cup red wine vinegar
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan, cover with water, and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and cool, then cut into 1-inch cubes.
  • Combine the potatoes, cucumber, celery, onion, and olives in a large bowl.
  • Whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, and garlic powder in a small bowl. Pour the dressing over the potatoes and vegetables; mix well. Season with salt and pepper, then chill. Stir the potato salad again before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.5 calories, Carbohydrate 34.3 g, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 458 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

ITALIAN POTATO SALAD



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Meet the Cook: With six grown daughters who visit us frequently, I have plenty of chances to serve this family favorite - whether we are making steaks, pork chops, burgers or bratwurst. I've even served it with more formal ham dinners. The recipe comes from my mom, who was a cook at local restaurants and resorts. Here on the tree farm my husband and I run, we also grow potatoes. They are a staple that's always as close as my root cellar when I prepare this dish. -Ardis Kohnen, Rudolph, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 pounds potatoes
1/3 cup Italian salad dressing
4 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
3/4 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped cucumber
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
Chopped fresh tomatoes

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool. , Peel and cube potatoes; place in a large bowl. Add dressing and toss to coat. Cover and chill for 2 hours. , Add eggs, celery, onion, cucumber and green pepper; mix well. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream and horseradish; mix well. Pour over potato mixture; toss to coat. Chill for at least 1 hour. Top with tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 calories, Fat 15g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 93mg cholesterol, Sodium 240mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CREAMY ITALIAN POTATO SALAD



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I'm always on the lookout for potato salad recipes that are a little different, and this one certainly is! I found the basic recipe in a vegetarian cookbook and made a few changes in it to suit our individual tastes. -Jody Steinke, Nekoosa, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 pounds red potatoes, cubed
2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup (9 ounces) ricotta cheese
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 medium red onion, sliced in thin rings
1/2 cup olive oil
6 tablespoons cider vinegar
Salt to taste
Coarsely ground pepper
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • Cook potatoes in boiling salted water until just tender. While potatoes cool, combine remaining ingredients except parsley and oregano. Drain potatoes. While potatoes are still hot, stir in cheese mixture. Cover; chill. Just before serving, stir in parsley and oregano.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 116mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

ITALIAN POTATO SALAD



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Boiled red potatoes, hard-cooked eggs, red onion,and parsley are dressed in muscatel-wine vinegarand olive oil.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 large eggs
3 pounds small red potatoes
Coarse salt
2 to 3 tablespoons muscatel-wine vinegar or white balsamic vinegar
1 cup loosely packed fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, coarsely chopped
1 medium red onion, coarsely chopped (about 3/4 cup)
1/4 cup best-quality extra-virgin olive oil
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Prepare an ice-water bath; set aside. Cover eggs with water in a medium saucepan; bring to a full boil. After 1 minute, cover; turn off heat. Let stand 8 minutes. Rinse; transfer to ice-water bath.
  • Cover the potatoes with water by 1 inch in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil; add salt. Simmer until just tender, about 15 minutes (do not overcook). Drain potatoes; let cool slightly. Halve lengthwise.
  • Transfer potatoes to a medium bowl. Add vinegar to taste; gently toss. Stir in parsley and onion. Gently tossing, pour in oil in a slow, steady stream; toss until incorporated. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Just before serving, peel and quarter eggs, and arrange on top of salad.

ITALIAN POTATO SALAD WITH SMOKED SALMON



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This potato salad is usually served as an appetizer in Italy. Potatoes are finely cubed and paired with a simple lemony cream dressing.

Provided by Alemarsi

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Salmon Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound potatoes
⅞ cup heavy whipping cream
1 small lemon, juiced
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
14 ounces smoked salmon, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, 20 to 30 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water. Peel potatoes once they are cool enough to handle and cut into cubes. Allow to cool.
  • Combine cream, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  • Place potatoes in the middle of a large serving platter and distribute smoked salmon on the edges. Pour cream dressing over potatoes. Sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.3 calories, Carbohydrate 15.7 g, Cholesterol 62.8 mg, Fat 15.8 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 14.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 562.6 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

WARM ITALIAN POTATO SALAD



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Adapted a recipe that I watched my uncle make. Delicious served either warm or at room temperature. Perfect for those people who don't like mayo.

Provided by Kate Jackson Fierke

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Red Potato Salad Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed
10 small red potatoes, or to taste
4 small baby eggplants, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 canned roasted red bell pepper slices, drained and chopped
2 green bell peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 red onion, cut into large chunks
2 cloves cloves garlic, quartered
1 tablespoon olive oil, or to taste
½ cup olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ tablespoon coarsely ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Brush 1 tablespoon olive oil over the red potatoes. Pierce potatoes with a fork and arrange onto a baking sheet. Spread baby eggplant pieces, red bell pepper slices, green bell pepper pieces, red onion, and garlic onto a separate baking sheet; drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over the vegetables. Stir 1/2 cup olive oil, garlic salt, oregano, basil, and black pepper together in a bowl.
  • Roast potatoes in preheated oven for 20 minutes. Put baking sheet into the oven and continue roasting potatoes and the vegetables until the potatoes are tender, about 25 minutes more. Let everything cool for 10 minutes.
  • Cut potatoes into bite-size chunks and put into a bowl. Drizzle olive oil and seasoning mixture over the potatoes and stir to coat; add the roasted vegetables and stir.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 485.6 calories, Carbohydrate 64.9 g, Fat 23.7 g, Fiber 14 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 490.2 mg, Sugar 11.1 g

CREAMY ITALIAN POTATO SALAD



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Make and share this Creamy Italian Potato Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by yooper

Categories     Potato

Time 40m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 cups peeled cubed red salad potatoes or 12 cups new white potatoes (see Note, about 3 pounds)
2/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 cup ricotta cheese
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 medium red onion, sliced in thin rings
1/2 cup olive oil
6 tablespoons cider vinegar
salt and pepper
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon leaf oregano, crushed

Steps:

  • Note: Potatoes may be scrubbed and left unpeeled, if desired.
  • Cook potatoes in boiling salted water until just tender.
  • While potatoes cook, combine remaining ingredients, except last two.
  • Drain potatoes.
  • While potatoes are still hot, stir in cheese mixture.
  • Cover, chill.
  • Just before serving, stir in parsley and oregano.

CREAMY ITALIAN POTATO SALAD



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Make and share this Creamy Italian Potato Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by grandma2969

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 4h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2/3 cup Italian salad dressing
12 potatoes, baked, peeled, and cubed
1 1/2 cups celery, chopped
2/3 cup green onion, sliced
8 hard-boiled eggs, peeled, seperated
2 cups mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
2 1/2 teaspoons horseradish mustard
salt
pepper
celery seed

Steps:

  • pour dressing over potatoes in a large mixing bowl.add celery and onions, tossing gently.set aside.
  • chop egg whites, mix into potato mixture.
  • mash egg yolks in a medium mixing bowl.stir in mayonnaise, sour cream and mustard.
  • add to potato mixture, stir to coat.
  • season with salt, pepper and celery seed.
  • cover and refrigerate until chilled.at least 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 676.5, Fat 36.9, SaturatedFat 9.2, Cholesterol 239.9, Sodium 854.7, Carbohydrate 74.9, Fiber 7.5, Sugar 9, Protein 14.5

CHILLED ITALIAN POTATO SALAD



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A dear departed friend gave me a copy of Jeff Smith's Frugal Gourmet as a gift many years ago and this was her favorite recipe from that book.

Provided by Debbwl

Categories     Lactose Free

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs russet potatoes
3/4 lb green beans, fresh trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
2 eggs, hard boiled, sliced
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 lemon, juice of
1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Simmer about 30 minutes until very tender when pierced with a fork. Carefully drain and allow to cool. Peel and cut into 1/2 inch dice.
  • Blanch the green beans for about 5 minutes in a pot of water. Drain and rinse beans in cold water. Drain well.
  • Lightly toss potatoes, beans, onion, and hard boiled eggs.
  • Whisk olive oil, mayonnaise, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  • Add dressing to salad, toss and chill until ready to eat.

CREAMY ITALIAN POTATO SALAD



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This salad has been a huge hit at every potluck I've ever taken it to! If the proscuitto is way too expensive, you can substitute bacon - but then it wouldn't be Italian. LOL. It would still taste great - and is an option I use if I have to make a super large batch.

Provided by Lori Loucas

Categories     Potato Salads

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lb baby red potatoes
2 Tbsp butter
3 oz prosciutto, chopped
2 green onions, chopped
1/2 c chopped celery
1/3 c roasted red peppers, chopped
2 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (divided use)d use)
3/4 c mayonnaise
1 tsp sugar
1 Tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tsp dried mustard
1/2 tsp paprika
salt & pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Cut potatoes in half or quarters - into chunks. Cook in boiling salted water until crisp tender (don't let them overcook, or they'll fall apart). Drain and set aside to cool for about 20 minutes in a large bowl.
  • 2. While potatoes cool, melt the butter in a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the prosciutto and sauté until crisp, about 6 minutes. Remove the proscuitto to a paper towel-lined plate. Pour the butter into the potatoes.
  • 3. Put the green onions, celery and red peppers in the bowl with the potatoes, but don't mix in yet.
  • 4. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, mustard, paprika and ONE TABLESPOON of the chopped parsley. Pour over the potatoes. Add about 3/4 of the crisped proscuitto. Gently fold the ingredients together. Taste and add salt and pepper to your taste. If the proscuitto is very salty, you may not need to add salt at all. Cover the bowl and chill at least 1 hour, or until ready to serve.
  • 5. Remove bowl from refrigerator and sprinkle remaining proscuitto and parsley over the top.

TANGY ITALIAN RED POTATO SALAD



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Make and share this Tangy Italian Red Potato Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by nemokitty

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 lbs red potatoes, cubed
1/2 cup red onion, chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1/3 cup Italian dressing
1/4 cup light mayonnaise
1 teaspoon oregano, chopped
3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped

Steps:

  • In a pot, bring potatoes and enough salted water to cover to a boil. Cook 8 minutes or till tender. Drain and rinse.
  • In a bowl, blend next 5 ingredients. Add potatoes and eggs; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.4, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 96.8, Sodium 271.2, Carbohydrate 22.1, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 4, Protein 5.6

ITALIAN POTATO SALAD



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Categories     Potato     Side     No-Cook     Vegetarian

Yield As a side dish, this will serve 10-12

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 lbs. of boiled but firm(not mushy) potatoes, cubed (with or without skins-I have done both)
4-5 stalks of celery, chopped
1 can of black olives, sliced
2 jars of marinated artichoke hearts, chopped
1 jar of garlic-marinated red peppers, diced - (or 1 whole roasted pepper marinated in olive oil and garlic.
1 clove of garlic, chopped
3/4 cup of olive oil
1/4 cup of cider vinegar
2 TBSP of oregano
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • After cutting up all ingredients, place together in a large bowl. Add Olive Oil, Cider Vinegar, Oregano, Salt and Pepper. Stir until all ingredients are covered. Add more oil if necessary to coat ingredients. Keep stirring over 1-2 hours to marinate salad. Add Salt and Pepper as needed. This can be refrigerated but should be served close to room temperature for best flavor.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of potatoes. This will give your salad a more complex flavor and texture. Try using a combination of Yukon Gold, red potatoes, and fingerling potatoes.
  • Boil the potatoes until they are just tender. You don't want them to be too mushy, or they will fall apart when you mix them with the other ingredients.
  • Let the potatoes cool completely before assembling the salad. This will help to prevent the salad from becoming watery.
  • Use a light dressing. A heavy dressing will weigh down the salad and make it less refreshing.
  • Add some fresh herbs to the salad. This will brighten up the flavor and make it more interesting.

Conclusion:

Italian potato salad is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a new side dish to try, give Italian potato salad a try!

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