David’s Kitchen
French Potato Salad with Mustard & Herbs
French potato salad is lighter than the mayonnaise-heavy version: warm potatoes, mustard, herbs and enough acidity to keep every bite fresh.
The story
The story behind the dish
Classic French potato salad with mustard, parsley, and capers – a timeless culinary delight infused with bold, authentic flavors.
The recipe
Cook it properly
Ingredients
- 600 g new potatoes
- 2 tbsp white wine vinegar
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tbsp light French mustard
- White pepper
- Salt
- 1/2 bunch fresh parsley, 3 tbsp, finely chopped
- 1/2 bunch fresh chives, 3 tbsp, chopped
- 2 tbsp capers
Method
Boil the potatoes and let them cool. Cut them into larger pieces.
Mix the dressing. Pour the dressing over the potatoes and stir very gently to avoid breaking them. Add the herbs and capers.
Chill the potato salad for about half an hour before serving.
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