Description
This Lemony Chive Potato Salad with Parmesan is a refreshing and flavorful side dish perfect for any occasion. The zesty lemon and savory Parmesan cheese elevate the humble potato to a whole new level of deliciousness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs baby potatoes (halved or quartered)
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
Potato Salad:
Instructions
- Cook Potatoes: Place the potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, add salt, and boil for 10–12 minutes until fork-tender.
- Prepare Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together mayo, olive oil, lemon juice, zest, Dijon, salt, and pepper.
- Toss Salad: Add warm potatoes to the dressing, gently toss, then stir in Parmesan and chives.
- Rest and Serve: Let the salad sit for 15 minutes to meld flavors. Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled.
Notes
- For a lighter version, swap half the mayo for plain Greek yogurt.
- This salad is a great accompaniment to grilled meats or seafood and perfect for picnics.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
