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Authentic Greek Potato Salad (Patatosalata)

A close-up of amazing greek potato salad featuring chunks of yellow potato, red onion slices, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese.
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Make a bright, flavorful Greek potato salad using lemon juice and oregano instead of mayonnaise. This Mediterranean potato salad is simple to prepare and tastes great served warm or cold.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs Yukon Gold or red potatoes, scrubbed and quartered
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold, salted water. Bring the water to a boil and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
  2. Drain the potatoes well and let them cool slightly for about 5 minutes. You want them warm, not hot.
  3. While the potatoes are still warm, place them in a large bowl.
  4. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
  5. Pour half of the dressing over the warm potatoes and gently toss to coat. The warm potatoes absorb the dressing better.
  6. Add the sliced red onion, Kalamata olives, parsley, and dried oregano to the potatoes. Gently toss again.
  7. Pour the remaining dressing over the salad and toss lightly.
  8. If using, sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top.
  9. Serve the Greek potato salad warm or allow it to cool to room temperature before serving. This is a great make ahead potato salad option.

Notes

  • For the best texture, do not overcook the potatoes; they should hold their shape after boiling.
  • If you prefer a stronger oregano flavor, use 2 teaspoons of fresh oregano instead of dried.
  • This recipe is naturally a no mayonnaise potato salad, fitting the Mediterranean potato salad style.

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