Best 8 Tarragon Potato Salad Recipes

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When it comes to summer comfort food, tarragon potato salad is a classic. Featuring creamy Dijon and red wine vinegar dressings, fresh herbs like tarragon, parsley, and chives, and crisp red radishes, it brings a tangy and aromatic twist to classic potato salad. Whether you're looking for an effortless side dish to impress your family for a potluck, or a refreshing summer BBQ offering, tarragon potato salad is sure to become a go-to recipe that tantalizes the taste buds!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRILLED POTATO SALAD WITH ARUGULA, GOAT CHEESE AND LEMON-MUSTARD-TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE



Grilled Potato Salad with Arugula, Goat Cheese and Lemon-Mustard-Tarragon Vinaigrette image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds baby red potatoes
Canola oil, for tossing
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup Lemon-Mustard-Tarragon Vinaigrette, recipe follows
4 ounces baby arugula
4 ounces soft goat cheese, in small pieces
Zest and juice of 1 large lemon
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
1 teaspoon clover honey
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup olive oil or canola oil

Steps:

  • Put the potatoes in a pot of generously salted water and bring to a boil over high heat. Boil until the potatoes are just tender, about 8 minutes. Drain and cool slightly, then cut the potatoes into quarters.
  • Heat a charcoal or gas grill to medium-high.
  • Toss the potatoes with a little canola oil and season with salt and pepper. Put the potatoes in a grill basket and grill, covered, tossing and turning occasionally, until lightly charred in spots, about 5 minutes.
  • Transfer the potatoes to a bowl and immediately add the vinaigrette. Put the arugula on top and scatter the goat cheese over the arugula. Season with salt and pepper. Quickly and gently fold the mixture once or twice to combine. Serve warm or at room temperature.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the lemon zest and juice, mustard, tarragon, honey, and a little salt and pepper. Slowly whisk in the olive oil until emulsified.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400 calorie, Fat 23 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Cholesterol 13 milligrams, Sodium 550 milligrams, Carbohydrate 39 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 10 grams, Sugar 5 grams

LOBSTER, CORN, AND POTATO SALAD WITH TARRAGON



Lobster, Corn, and Potato Salad with Tarragon image

Categories     Salad     Potato     Shellfish     Tomato     Fourth of July     Picnic     Father's Day     Lunch     Seafood     Lobster     Corn     Summer     Tarragon     Endive     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 (1 1/2-lb) live lobsters or 1 1/2 lb cooked fresh lobster meat
1 lb small red potatoes
3 ears corn
For vinaigrette
2 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup coarsely chopped frisée (French curly endive)
1/3 cup sliced scallion

Steps:

  • Prepare lobster, potatoes, and corn:
  • Plunge 2 live lobsters headfirst into an 8-quart pot of boiling salted water. Cover and cook lobsters over moderately high heat 9 minutes from time they enter water, then transfer with tongs to sink to cool. Return water to a boil and cook remaining 2 lobsters in same manner. Leave water boiling in pot.
  • Simmer potatoes in lobster cooking water until just tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a colander, reserving boiling water in pot.
  • Boil corn in same water until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes, then drain.
  • When lobsters are cool, remove meat from claws, joints, and tails, reserving shells for another use.
  • Cut meat into 1-inch pieces. Cut potatoes into 3/4-inch pieces, and cut corn from cobs.
  • Make vinaigrette:
  • Whisk together lemon juice, tarragon, mustard, and salt until combined, then add oil in a thin stream, whisking.
  • Assemble salad:
  • Just before serving, toss together lobster meat, potatoes, corn, vinaigrette, tomatoes, frisée, and scallion in a large bowl and season with salt and pepper.

POTATO SALAD WITH EGG, DILL PICKLE, AND TARRAGON



Potato Salad with Egg, Dill Pickle, and Tarragon image

Categories     Salad     Egg     Potato     Side     Fourth of July     Picnic     Mayonnaise     Tarragon     Potluck     Sour Cream     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/4 pounds small new potatoes (1 to 2 inches in diameter)
1 hard-cooked large egg, peeled and chopped
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
3 tablespoons sour cream
1/4 cup finely chopped dill pickle
1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh tarragon leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon or to taste

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan combine potatoes with enough water to cover by 1 inch and simmer until just tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. Drain potatoes and cool until they can be handled.
  • While potatoes are cooling, in a bowl combine remaining ingredients with salt and pepper to taste. Cut potatoes into 1/2-inch dice and gently toss with egg mixture. Serve potato salad chilled or at room temperature.

TARRAGON POTATO SALAD



Tarragon Potato Salad image

Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 ounces tiny new potatoes
1 sprig fresh dill to yield 1 tablespoon chopped
1 sprig fresh parsley to yield 1 tablespoon chopped
2 teaspoons chopped capers
3 tablespoons low-fat sour cream
2 tablespoons nonfat yogurt
2 teaspoons tarragon vinegar
Few dashes cayenne pepper
Dash salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Scrub potatoes, but do not peel. Bring to a boil in water to cover and cook until they are tender but firm, 10 to 20 minutes, depending on size.
  • Meanwhile, wash, dry and chop the dill and parsley; rinse capers, and chop. In bowl large enough to hold the potatoes, mix the dill, parsley and capers with the sour cream, yogurt, vinegar and cayenne pepper.
  • When potatoes are cooked, drain and cut into quarters and mix with the dressing. Season with salt and pepper, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 176, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 33 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 168 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

TARRAGON POTATO SALAD



Tarragon Potato Salad image

Fresh green beans and potatoes star in a salad bathed in a homemade garlic and herb vinaigrette.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup tarragon vinegar
1/4 cup olive or vegetable oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 2 teaspoons dried tarragon leaves
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
3/4 pound green beans
10 to 12 new potatoes (1 1/2 pounds), cut into fourths
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1 small yellow bell pepper, coarsely chopped (1/2 cup)

Steps:

  • In tightly covered container, shake all Tarragon Dressing ingredients.
  • Cut beans in half if desired. In 2-quart microwavable casserole, place beans, potatoes and water. Cover and microwave on High 10 to 12 minutes, rotating casserole 1/2 turn every 4 minutes, until potatoes are tender; drain.
  • In large glass or plastic bowl, toss beans, potatoes and dressing. Add onion and bell pepper; toss. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 160 mg

EGG AND POTATO SALAD WITH TARRAGON AND WALNUTS ON ROMAINE (COS)



Egg and Potato Salad With Tarragon and Walnuts on Romaine (Cos) image

Elegant and easy ladies' luncheon egg and potato salad with accents of tarragon and walnuts. Serve on arugula or romaine (aka Cos).

Provided by KateL

Categories     Potato

Time 42m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 lb new potato, scrubbed and quartered
8 fresh extra large eggs
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons leeks or 3 tablespoons green onions, finely chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, finely chopped (or to taste)
2 teaspoons tarragon vinegar
1/4 teaspoon sea salt (to taste)
1/4 teaspoon white pepper (to taste)
6 leaves cos lettuce or 2 cups arugula leaves
1/4 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, over high heat, bring potatoes and enough water to cover to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and simmer 15-20 minutes. Drain potatoes, let cool to room temperature.
  • In a large saucepan, gently place eggs and fill with water to 1-inch above the eggs. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and cover tightly for 15 minutes. Transfer eggs with a slotted spoon to a bowl of ice and cold water and let stand 5 minutes to cool. Peel eggs and coarsely chop.
  • Combine eggs and remaining salad ingredients in a large bowl with a wooden spoon, until well combined. Chill, covered tightly, until serving.
  • To serve, rinse lettuce of choice and spin dry or dry between paper towels. Arrange one leaf of romaine (Cos) on each salad plate (or divide arugula among the plates), then top with a scoop of the egg and potato salad. Sprinkle some chopped walnuts on top.

POTATO, CELERY AND HAM SALAD WITH TARRAGON



Potato, Celery and Ham Salad with Tarragon image

Categories     Salad     Herb     Pork     Potato     Vegetable     Quick & Easy     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound medium-size red-skinned potatoes
1 tablespoon tarragon white-wine vinegar
2 1/4 cups thinly sliced celery (about 5 stalks)
4 ounces Black Forest ham, cut into 1 1/2 x 1/4 inch strips
6 tablespoons mayonnaise or crème fraîche
3 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
Fresh tarragon sprigs (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook potatoes in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 22 minutes. Drain. Cool to lukewarm. Peel potatoes. Cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices and place in large bowl. Drizzle vinegar over; toss to coat. Cool completely.
  • Add celery, ham, mayonnaise and chopped tarragon to potatoes; toss gently. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with tarragon sprigs, if desired.

TARRAGON POTATO SALAD



Tarragon Potato Salad image

Fresh green beans and potatoes star in a salad bathed in a homemade garlic and herb vinaigrette.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup tarragon vinegar
1/4 cup olive or vegetable oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 2 teaspoons dried tarragon leaves
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
3/4 pound green beans
10 to 12 new potatoes (1 1/2 pounds), cut into fourths
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1 small yellow bell pepper, coarsely chopped (1/2 cup)

Steps:

  • In tightly covered container, shake all Tarragon Dressing ingredients.
  • Cut beans in half if desired. In 2-quart microwavable casserole, place beans, potatoes and water. Cover and microwave on High 10 to 12 minutes, rotating casserole 1/2 turn every 4 minutes, until potatoes are tender; drain.
  • In large glass or plastic bowl, toss beans, potatoes and dressing. Add onion and bell pepper; toss. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 160 mg

Tips:

  • Use Yukon Gold or red potatoes for a creamy and flavorful salad.
  • Boil the potatoes until they are just fork-tender to avoid them becoming mushy.
  • Immediately transfer the boiled potatoes to an ice bath to stop the cooking process and preserve their texture.
  • Use a combination of mayonnaise and Dijon mustard for a tangy and flavorful dressing.
  • Add chopped gherkins, capers, or celery for extra flavor and texture.
  • Freshly chopped tarragon is essential for the best flavor; avoid using dried tarragon.
  • Season the salad to taste with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice.
  • Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Garnish with additional chopped tarragon or fresh herbs before serving.

Conclusion:

Tarragon potato salad is a classic summer side dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its creamy and tangy dressing, tender potatoes, and fresh tarragon flavor, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next picnic, barbecue, or potluck. So next time you're looking for a delicious and refreshing side dish, give tarragon potato salad a try - you won't be disappointed!

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