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Bowl of creamy French Potato Salad by Barefoot Contessa garnished with fresh parsley and chives.

French Potato Salad by Barefoot Contessa

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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings

Description

Enjoy the classic French Potato Salad by Barefoot Contessa! 🥔 Creamy, flavorful, and loaded with fresh herbs, this easy potato salad is perfect for parties, picnics, or holiday meals.

Ingredients 

  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes ,
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard ,
  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar ,
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ cup parsley , chopped
  • 2 tablespoons chives , chopped
  • 2 tablespoons tarragon , chopped

Instructions

  • Place 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt, bring to a boil, then simmer until tender (about 15–20 minutes). Drain and let cool slightly.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together ½ cup mayonnaise , 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard , 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 2 tablespoons olive oil , and 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to taste until smooth and well combined.
  • Cut the warm potatoes into bite-sized pieces and transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Pour the dressing over the potatoes and gently toss to coat evenly.
  • Stir in ¼ cup parsley , 2 tablespoons chives , and 2 2 tablespoons tarragon . Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  • Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld. Serve cold or at room temperature, garnished with extra herbs if desired.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 222kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 410mgPotassium: 552mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 277IUVitamin C: 26mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg