Garlic Scapes Potato Salad

Elevate your summer side dish game with this vibrant Garlic Scapes Potato Salad, a refreshing twist on a classic favorite. Tender baby potatoes are tossed in a creamy dressing made with tangy mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, and a splash of fresh lemon juice for brightness. The star ingredient—garlic scapes—adds a subtle garlicky flavor and a unique texture, sautéed until tender and golden for a hint of caramelized sweetness. Fresh dill and finely diced red onion provide an herby, zesty punch, while a quick chill in the fridge allows these bold flavors to meld into perfection. This easy, crowd-pleasing recipe comes together in just 35 minutes, making it the ideal summer side dish for barbecues, picnics, or potlucks. Serve chilled and garnish with a sprinkle of fresh herbs for an irresistible finish!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs baby potatoes
• 6 stalks garlic scapes
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup sour cream
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp fresh dill
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 0.25 cup red onion

Directions

Step 1

Wash the baby potatoes and cut any larger ones in half to ensure they are roughly uniform in size.

Step 2

Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add a pinch of salt to the water. Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork. Drain and let them cool to room temperature.

Step 3

While the potatoes are cooling, prepare the garlic scapes. Trim the ends and cut them into 1-inch pieces.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic scapes and a pinch of salt, then sauté for 4-5 minutes until they are tender and slightly golden. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, fresh dill, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Dice the red onion finely and add it to the dressing mixture.

Step 7

Once the potatoes and garlic scapes have cooled, add them to the mixing bowl with the dressing. Gently toss everything together until the potatoes are well coated.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Step 9

Serve chilled and garnish with additional fresh dill, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1012.6 grams (1012.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1681

Total Fat 115.10g	148%
Saturated Fat 17.70g	89%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 146mg	49%
Sodium 3071mg	134%
Total Carbohydrate 155.70g	57%
Dietary Fiber 11.50g	41%
Total Sugars 11.10g
Protein 17.90g	36%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 227mg	17%
Iron 7mg	37%
Potassium 3205mg	68%

*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: 59.9%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 36.0%