Description
Patates Salatası, or Turkish Potato Salad, is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings together tender potatoes, fresh herbs, and a zesty dressing. Perfect for any occasion, this salad serves as a delightful side dish for grilled meats or a light lunch option on its own. The combination of fresh parsley and mint with the tanginess of lemon creates a flavor explosion in every bite. Visually appealing with its colorful ingredients, Patates Salatası not only satisfies the palate but also enhances your table presentation. Easy to prepare and packed with nutrients, this salad is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 kg potatoes (scrubbed, boiled, peeled, and diced)
- 1 large red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 small bunch fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 1/2 bunch fresh mint (finely chopped)
- 4 green onions (sliced)
- 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 1 1/2 teaspoons fine salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sumac
Instructions
- Boil the scrubbed potatoes in a large pot of salted water until tender (about 12-15 minutes). Drain and let cool slightly.
- Dice the cooled potatoes into bite-sized cubes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced potatoes with sliced red onion, green onions, parsley, and mint.
- Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture; season with salt, black pepper, and sumac.
- Gently toss everything together until well combined.
- Let the salad rest for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg