Best 7 French Potato Salad With Shallots Recipes

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**French Potato Salad with Shallots – A Flavorful Twist on a Classic Side Dish**

Savor the delectable French Potato Salad with Shallots, a vibrant and flavorful twist on the classic picnic staple. This tantalizing dish features perfectly tender potatoes, crisp shallots, and a zesty dressing that brings all the elements together in perfect harmony. With its vibrant colors and irresistible aroma, this salad will be the star of any gathering, whether it's a backyard barbecue or a sophisticated dinner party.

**Recipes Inside:**

* **French Potato Salad with Shallots:** Discover the secrets to creating this classic French-inspired potato salad, with expert tips on selecting the best potatoes, achieving the perfect texture, and crafting a dressing that elevates the flavors of this timeless dish.

* **Crispy Shallot Vinaigrette:** Learn how to make a tantalizing vinaigrette that brings together the sweet notes of shallots, the tang of vinegar, and the richness of olive oil, creating a dressing that adds depth and complexity to the potato salad.

* **Classic Vinaigrette:** Master the art of creating a versatile and flavorful vinaigrette, the cornerstone of many salads and dressings. With simple ingredients and a few easy steps, you'll have a staple dressing that can be customized to complement a variety of dishes.

Let's cook with our recipes!

FRENCH POTATO SALAD



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An adaptation of Julia Child's classic recipe, this French potato salad is a favorite! It features zingy red potatoes, capers, and parsley.

Provided by Sonja

Categories     Salad

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 pounds baby red potatoes
1/4 cup minced shallot (about 1 large)
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup capers, drained
1 tablespoon fresh parsley
2 tablespoons olive oil
Fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with cold water and add 1 tablespoon kosher salt. Add the whole potatoes and bring to a boil. When it comes to a boil, set a timer for 8 minutes. Cook until fork tender (taste test to check).
  • Mince the shallot.
  • When the potatoes are done, drain them. When they are cool enough to handle, slice them into bite sized pieces. Place the potatoes in a bowl and gently mix in the minced shallot, white wine vinegar, kosher salt, and 1/2 cup warm water. Let stand for 5 minutes, gently stirring occasionally. The potatoes will absorb the water as they stand.
  • Add the capers, parsley, olive oil, and a few grinds black pepper. Taste and add additional salt if necessary. Serve warm or room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165 calories, Sugar 2.6 g, Sodium 426.4 mg, Fat 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 28.2 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 4.1 g, Cholesterol 2.6 mg

FRENCH POTATO SALAD



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Georgian home cook Louise Brescia of Atlanta shares an herbed potato salad that's great with burgers and barbecue.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 1/2 pounds fingerling or small new potatoes, halved (quartered if large)
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
1 small shallot, minced (2 tablespoons)
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1/4 small red onion, sliced

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large pot; cover with cold water by 1 inch and season generously with salt. Bring to a boil; reduce to a simmer and cook until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Run under cold water to cool slightly, then drain.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together oil, mustard, vinegar, shallot, parsley, and thyme; season with salt and pepper. Add potatoes and onion and toss to combine. Serve at room temperature. To store, refrigerate, up to overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5 g

FRENCH POTATO SALAD



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Here's an easy-to-make potato salad that features a fresh, zippy tarragon dressing instead of the traditional mayonnaise. This is one of my husband's favorite recipes. I like to bring along a large bowlful for picnics, potlucks and backyard barbecues.-Cheryl Ruhr, Brookfield, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds potatoes, peeled, cooked and sliced
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/3 cup olive oil
4 teaspoons cider vinegar
1 to 2 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon or 1 to 2 teaspoons dried tarragon
2 tablespoons minced chives
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss potatoes and onion. In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, tarragon, chives, salt and pepper; shake well. Pour over potato mixture and gently toss to coat. Let stand 1 hour. Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts :

FRENCH POTATO SALAD



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound small white boiling potatoes
1 pound small red boiling potatoes
2 tablespoons good dry white wine
2 tablespoons chicken stock
3 tablespoons Champagne vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
10 tablespoons good olive oil
1/4 cup minced scallions (white and green parts)
2 tablespoons minced fresh dill
2 tablespoons minced flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons julienned fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Drop the white and red potatoes into a large pot of boiling salted water and cook for 20 to 30 minutes, until they are just cooked through. Drain in a colander and place a towel over the potatoes to allow them to steam for 10 more minutes. As soon as you can handle them, cut in 1/2 (quarters if the potatoes are larger) and place in a medium bowl. Toss gently with the wine and chicken stock. Allow the liquids to soak into the warm potatoes before proceeding.
  • Combine the vinegar, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and slowly whisk in the olive oil to make an emulsion. Add the vinaigrette to the potatoes. Add the scallions, dill, parsley, basil, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and toss. Serve warm or at room temperature.

FRENCH GARDEN POTATO SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 pounds fingerling potatoes, halved lengthwise
3 large shallots, cut into chunks
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 cup sugar snap peas, trimmed
2 tablespoons tarragon vinegar or white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey
1 cup heirloom cherry tomatoes, halved if large
2 Persian cucumbers, diced
3 radishes, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon

Steps:

  • Put a rimmed baking sheet in the lower third of the oven and preheat to 425 degrees F. Toss the potatoes and shallots with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Spread on the hot baking sheet and roast, tossing halfway through, until tender and golden, 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool.
  • Meanwhile, bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the snap peas and cook until bright green but still crisp, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a bowl of ice water; let cool. Drain and pat dry.
  • Whisk the vinegar, mustard, honey, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl. Slowly whisk in the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil. Add the roasted potatoes and shallots, peas, tomatoes, cucumbers, radishes, parsley, chives and tarragon. Season with salt and pepper and toss.

FRENCH POTATO AND GREEN BEAN SALAD



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If this sounds like a pared-down salade niçoise, it is. Make a bold vinaigrette that is unapologetically fragrant with garlic and anchovy. Boil medium-size potatoes in their skins. Peel, slice and dress them while they are still slightly warm. You can even do the work in advance and then assemble it all just before serving. Authentic, traditional or somewhere in between, maybe we'll just call this a potato salad with a southern French accent and let it go at that.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     salads and dressings

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 pounds medium potatoes, like Yukon Gold or Yellow Finn
Salt and pepper
1 bay leaf
1 large thyme sprig
3 garlic cloves, smashed to a paste with a little salt
1 tablespoon chopped anchovy
1 tablespoon chopped capers
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
4 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 pound small French beans, or small romano or wax beans
4 large eggs
1 tablespoon thinly sliced chives
2 tablespoons roughly chopped parsley
2 tablespoons roughly chopped basil
6 to 8 anchovy fillets, optional, for garnish
8 ounces arugula, optional

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes, bay leaf and thyme branch. Cook at a brisk simmer until the potatoes are firm but easily pierced with a skewer, about 30 minutes. Remove and let cool slightly.
  • While the potatoes are cooking, make the vinaigrette: In a small bowl, stir together the garlic, anchovy, capers, mustard and vinegar. Slowly whisk in the olive oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Whisk again before using if the dressing separates.
  • When the potatoes are cool enough to handle, remove the skins with a paring knife and carefully cut into pieces 1/4-inch thick, or slightly thicker. Put the slices in a low bowl, season lightly with salt and pepper and add half the vinaigrette. Using your hands, gently coat the potatoes with the vinaigrette, taking care not to break them. Cover and set aside at room temperature.
  • Top and tail the beans. Simmer in salted water until firm-tender, about 3 to 4 minutes, then cool under running water and pat dry.
  • To cook the eggs, bring a medium pot of water to a rapid boil. Add the eggs and cook for 8 minutes for a somewhat soft-centered yolk or 9 minutes for a firmer yolk. Cool the eggs immediately in ice water, then crack and peel. Cut each egg in half and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  • When ready to serve, season the beans with salt and pepper, then dress with the remaining vinaigrette. (Reserve 2 tablespoons vinaigrette for the arugula, if using.)
  • Combine the dressed beans and potatoes, using hands to toss, and pile onto a platter. Sprinkle with chives, parsley and basil and arrange the eggs over the top. Garnish with anchovy fillets, if desired. Dress the arugula and send it to the table separately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 307, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 681 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

FRENCH POTATO SALAD



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The dressing for this dish is a marinade made from beef consomme, tarragon vinegar, and a good neutral oil. Serve on lettuce-lined plates for an attractive presentation.

Provided by CHRISTYJ

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     No Mayo

Time 13h50m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 8

9 potatoes
½ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup tarragon vinegar
¼ cup beef consomme
¼ cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes; cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes. Drain, and transfer to a large bowl. Cool slightly. Peel and slice into a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl, combine oil, vinegar, consomme, green onion, parsley, and salt and pepper.
  • Gently toss warm potatoes with dressing. Cover, and refrigerate several hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500.2 calories, Carbohydrate 68 g, Cholesterol 0.1 mg, Fat 22.4 g, Fiber 8.7 g, Protein 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 1473.9 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

Tips:

  • Boil potatoes until tender: Pierce potatoes with a fork or knife to ensure they are soft before draining and allowing them to cool.
  • Use firm potatoes: This will help them hold their shape and not become mushy in the salad.
  • Coat potatoes in vinaigrette while warm: This helps the flavors soak into the potatoes and prevents them from becoming dry.
  • Use high-quality olive oil: The better the quality of olive oil you use, the better your salad will taste.
  • Use a variety of shallots: You can use red shallots, white shallots, or a combination of both for a more complex flavor.
  • Don't overcook the shallots: They should be softened but still have a slight crunch.
  • Add fresh herbs at the end: This will brighten up the salad and add a pop of flavor.

Conclusion:

French potato salad with shallots is a classic dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its creamy dressing, tender potatoes, and crispy shallots, this salad is sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a delicious and refreshing side dish, give this French potato salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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