Sparkling Olive Oil Potato Salad with Fresh Herbs

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A light and fresh potato salad featuring olive oil and fresh herbs, perfect for summer cookouts and celebrations. This mediterranean-inspired summer cookout ready in about 30 minutes pairs pounds small red potatoes, extra virgin olive oil, tablespoons red wine vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 6 Mediterranean cuisine 210 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Wash 2 pounds small red potatoes and place them whole in a large pot. Cover with cold water and add 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork. Drain and let cool until warm.
  2. Step 2: While the potatoes cool slightly, in a large bowl whisk together 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper until combined.
  3. Step 3: Cut the warm potatoes into bite-sized pieces and add them to the bowl with the dressing.
  4. Step 4: Add 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives to the potatoes and gently toss to coat all pieces evenly.
  5. Step 5: Let the salad sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the olive oil to shine.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sparkling Olive Oil Potato Salad with Fresh Herbs take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Sparkling Olive Oil Potato Salad with Fresh Herbs?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pounds small red potatoes from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sparkling Olive Oil Potato Salad with Fresh Herbs?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Sparkling Olive Oil Potato Salad with Fresh Herbs for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Sparkling Olive Oil Potato Salad with Fresh Herbs?

Mediterranean summer cookout like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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