Step by Step Recipe Guide for Greek Potato Salad

Want to make authentic Greek potato salad at home? This step-by-step guide walks you through every stage, from ingredients to serving, so you get perfect results every time.

Step by Step Recipe Guide for Greek Potato Salad

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• Author: Chef skimo
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

An authentic Greek potato salad with fresh herbs, zesty lemon, and extra virgin olive oil — simple, vibrant, and perfect for any meal.

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Ingredients

• Waxy potatoes (Yukon Gold or Red Bliss)
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Fresh lemon juice
• Red onion or scallions
• Fresh herbs (oregano, dill, parsley)
• Salt and black pepper
• Optional: Kalamata olives, capers, vegan feta or regular feta

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Instructions

1. Wash and cut potatoes into even-sized chunks.
2. Place in a pot with cold, salted water. Bring to a gentle boil.
3. Simmer until just fork-tender (about 12–15 minutes). Drain well.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, chopped fresh herbs, salt, and pepper.
5. For a creamy option, add a few spoonfuls of Greek yogurt or vegan yogurt.
6. Toss warm potatoes with dressing to help flavors absorb.
7. Gently fold in onions and any add-ins (olives, capers, feta).
8. Taste and adjust seasonings. Let salad come to room temperature, or chill lightly before serving.

Notes

Tip: Always mix the dressing with warm potatoes for maximum flavor absorption. Avoid overcooking to keep the texture perfect.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Category: Side Dish
• Method: Boiled
• Cuisine: Greek

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 cup
• Calories: 220
• Sugar: 2g
• Sodium: 250mg
• Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 2g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 26g
• Fiber: 3g
• Protein: 3g
• Cholesterol: 0mg

Ingredients Checklist

Before you start, gather your classic Greek potato salad ingredients:

• Waxy potatoes (Yukon Gold or Red Bliss)
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Fresh lemon juice
• Red onion or scallions
• Fresh herbs (oregano, dill, parsley)
• Salt and black pepper
• Optional: Kalamata olives, capers, vegan feta or regular feta

For detailed tips on ingredients, visit The Ultimate Guide to Potato Salad Ingredients.

Detailed Step-by-Step Instructions

Cooking the Potatoes

1. Wash and cut potatoes into even-sized chunks.
2. Place in a pot with cold, salted water. Bring to a gentle boil.
3. Simmer until just fork-tender (about 12–15 minutes). Drain well.

Get more boiling secrets in Secrets to Cooking Potatoes Perfectly for Salad.

Preparing the Dressing

1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, chopped fresh herbs, salt, and pepper.
2. For a creamy option, add a few spoonfuls of Greek yogurt or vegan yogurt.

Explore more dressing options in Greek Potato Salad Dressing: Olive Oil vs. Yogurt-based.

Combining & Serving

1. Toss warm potatoes with dressing to help flavors absorb.
2. Gently fold in onions and any add-ins (olives, capers, feta).
3. Taste and adjust seasonings. Let salad come to room temperature, or chill lightly before serving.

Common Mistakes & How to Avoid Them

• Overcooking potatoes (results in mushiness)
• Under-seasoning dressing (taste and adjust!)
• Not mixing while potatoes are warm (reduces flavor absorption)

Visual Guide (Photos & Videos)

Step-by-step photos or a short video will help make this recipe even more approachable. For best results, snap photos of each stage: cooked potatoes, whisked dressing, tossing the salad, and the final plated dish.

Variations & Customization Tips

• Vegan: Skip feta, use plant-based yogurt for dressing.
• Keto: Substitute potatoes with steamed cauliflower.
• Extra tang: Add a splash of red wine vinegar or Dijon mustard.