Imagine a side dish that's not just a boring potato salad, but a creamy, tangy, and absolutely irresistible culinary experience that will elevate your meal from ordinary to extraordinary! This Warm Potato Salad with Goat Cheese is the secret weapon every home cook needs in their recipe arsenal. With its perfect blend of tender baby potatoes, rich goat cheese, and a zesty vinaigrette, this dish promises to be the star of your dinner table, leaving your guests begging for the recipe.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds baby potatoes
- 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Wash baby potatoes thoroughly under cool running water, removing any dirt or blemishes. Pat dry with clean kitchen towel.
- Cut potatoes into uniform bite-sized pieces, approximately 1-inch chunks, ensuring consistent cooking time.
- Place potato chunks in large pot and cover with cold water. Add pinch of salt to water for seasoning.
- Bring water to rolling boil over high heat, then reduce to medium-high and cook potatoes for 12-15 minutes until fork-tender but not falling apart.
- While potatoes are cooking, prepare vinaigrette by whisking together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
- Drain potatoes in colander and immediately transfer to large mixing bowl while still hot.
- Pour prepared vinaigrette over warm potatoes and gently toss to coat evenly, allowing potatoes to absorb dressing flavors.
- Sprinkle crumbled goat cheese over warm potatoes, allowing cheese to slightly melt from potato's residual heat.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, adding final layer of fresh herb flavor.
- Serve immediately while potatoes are still warm for optimal taste and texture.
Tips
- Choose the right potatoes: Baby potatoes work best for this recipe as they hold their shape and create a creamy, uniform texture.
- Temperature matters: Serve the salad warm to allow the goat cheese to slightly melt and create a luxurious coating on the potatoes.
- Don't overcook: Check potatoes with a fork after 12 minutes to ensure they're tender but not mushy.
- Vinaigrette secret: Whisk the dressing thoroughly to create a smooth emulsion that coats the potatoes evenly.
- Fresh is best: Use freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and bright, herbal flavor.
- Make ahead tip: You can prepare the vinaigrette and chop ingredients in advance to speed up the cooking process.
- Customize: Feel free to add crispy bacon bits or toasted nuts for extra texture and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 20mg
