French Potato Salad Light

Elevate your side dish game with this French Potato Salad Light—a refreshing twist on traditional potato salad that's bursting with flavor and finesse. Made with tender baby red potatoes and a zesty dressing of extra virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, and red wine vinegar, this recipe achieves a deliciously vibrant balance of tangy and savory. Fresh herbs like parsley, dill, and chives add a fragrant, garden-fresh touch, while a finely minced shallot brings subtle sweetness to the mix. Unlike heavy, mayo-based potato salads, this version is lighter, naturally gluten-free, and perfect for any occasion. Serve it warm, at room temperature, or chilled for the ultimate adaptable dish that's ideal for picnics, barbecues, or elegant dinner spreads. Ready in just 35 minutes, this herb-infused salad will quickly become your go-to crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds baby red potatoes
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1.5 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 medium shallot, finely minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
• 2 tablespoons chives, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash the baby red potatoes thoroughly and cut any large ones in half to ensure even cooking.

Step 2

Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add a pinch of salt to the water for seasoning.

Step 3

Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork. Drain the potatoes and set them aside to cool slightly.

Step 4

While the potatoes are cooling, prepare the dressing. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, and minced shallot. Add salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 5

Once the potatoes are cool enough to handle, slice them into quarters or halves, depending on their size. Place the potatoes in a large serving bowl.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the warm potatoes and gently toss to coat them evenly.

Step 7

Sprinkle the chopped parsley, dill, and chives over the dressed potatoes and toss gently to combine.

Step 8

Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 9

Serve the French Potato Salad Light warm, at room temperature, or chilled, depending on your preference.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1005.7 grams (1005.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1037

Total Fat 46.00g	59%
Saturated Fat 6.00g	30%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 444mg	19%
Total Carbohydrate 145.70g	53%
Dietary Fiber 19.70g	70%
Total Sugars 11.00g
Protein 17.80g	36%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 126mg	10%
Iron 8mg	42%
Potassium 4266mg	91%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.8%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 54.6%