Grilled Onion Potato Salad

Elevate your classic side dish game with this Grilled Onion Potato Salad, a smoky and flavorful twist on traditional potato salad that's perfect for summer barbecues or any backyard gathering. Featuring tender baby potatoes and sweet yellow onions caramelized to perfection on the grill, this recipe combines layers of texture and taste in every bite. Tossed in a creamy dressing made with tangy apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a hint of paprika, this salad is a harmonious blend of bold flavors. Fresh parsley and scallions add a pop of color and brightness, creating a dish that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in under 45 minutes and easy to make ahead, this potato salad is ideal for feeding a crowd and pairs beautifully with grilled meats or seafood. Serve cold, and watch it disappear from your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 lbs baby potatoes
• 1 large yellow onion
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 tsp paprika
• 2 stalks scallions

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the baby potatoes and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until fork-tender. Drain and set aside to cool to room temperature.

Step 2

While the potatoes are cooking, peel the yellow onion and slice it into thick 1/2-inch rounds to prevent them from falling apart on the grill.

Step 3

Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Brush both sides of the onion slices with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 4

Grill the onion slices for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they develop visible grill marks and become slightly softened. Remove from the grill and let cool. Chop the grilled onions into bite-sized pieces.

Step 5

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, fresh parsley, salt, black pepper, and paprika to create the dressing.

Step 6

Cut the cooled potatoes into halves or quarters, depending on their size, and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 7

Add the grilled onions and finely chopped scallions to the potatoes.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the potato mixture and gently toss to coat everything evenly.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if necessary.

Step 10

Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 11

Garnish with extra chopped parsley or a sprinkle of paprika before serving, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1416.1 grams (1416.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2893

Total Fat 218.00g	279%
Saturated Fat 22.30g	112%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 235mg	78%
Sodium 3321mg	144%
Total Carbohydrate 225.50g	82%
Dietary Fiber 16.80g	60%
Total Sugars 13.50g
Protein 21.20g	42%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 200mg	15%
Iron 9mg	50%
Potassium 4232mg	90%

*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: 66.5%

Protein: 2.9%

Carbs: 30.6%