Potato Salad with Lemon and Cilantro
Brighten up your side dish game with this zesty Potato Salad with Lemon and Cilantro! Bursting with fresh, bold flavors, this easy recipe combines tender, bite-sized potatoes with a tangy citrus dressing made from freshly squeezed lemon juice, olive oil, and minced garlic. A generous handful of chopped cilantro adds a vibrant herbal note, while optional red chili flakes provide a spicy kick for those who crave extra heat. It's a quick, 40-minute wonder that’s perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a refreshing accompaniment to grilled meats. Serve it warm or chilled—either way, this gluten-free, vegetarian salad will be a hit at any gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 800 grams Small potatoes
- 30 grams Fresh cilantro leaves
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
Wash the potatoes thoroughly and cut them into bite-sized chunks. If you prefer, you can peel them, but leaving the skin on adds texture and nutrients.
Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Add a pinch of salt to the water and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.
Reduce the heat to medium and simmer the potatoes for 12-15 minutes, or until they are fork-tender but not falling apart. Drain and let them cool slightly.
While the potatoes are cooking, finely chop the cilantro leaves and set them aside.
In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic cloves, salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes (if using). Whisk until the dressing is well emulsified.
Transfer the warm potatoes to a large mixing bowl. Pour the dressing over the potatoes and gently toss to coat evenly.
Add the chopped cilantro and gently fold it into the salad. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
Let the potato salad rest for 10-15 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for later and serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
890 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.5 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2407 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 147.5 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.6 g | ||
| Protein | 15.1 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 3684 mg | 78% | |
*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.
