Best 6 Garden Spinach Potato Salad Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful and nutritious Garden Spinach Potato Salad, a vibrant dish bursting with fresh flavors and textures. Featuring baby potatoes, crisp spinach, tangy red onion, crunchy celery, and a creamy, tangy dressing, this salad is a symphony of flavors. Perfectly balancing tang, sweetness, and a hint of dill, the dressing elevates the salad to a new level of deliciousness. With variations including a lighter dressing option, a vegan version, and even a make-ahead variation for effortless entertaining, this recipe caters to diverse dietary preferences and busy lifestyles. Discover the joy of creating and savoring this garden-inspired potato salad, a delightful addition to your culinary repertoire.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

WARM SPINACH POTATO SALAD WITH BACON VINAIGRETTE



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This warm spinach potato salad with a bacon vinaigrette is a perfect salad or side dish recipe of fresh ingredients and flavors!Recipe from Sur La Table.

Provided by Kyle

Categories     Salad     Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ pounds fingerling potatoes (scrubbed and trimmed)
6 slices good quality bacon (thinly sliced crosswise into 1/4 inch strips)
1 large shallot (thinly sliced)
2 medium garlic cloves (thinly sliced)
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
2 Tablespoons whole grain mustard
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon sea salt (plus more as needed)
freshly ground black pepper
4 cups baby spinach (large stems removed)
2 Tablespoons chopped herbs (flat-leaf parsley, chives, and/or dill)

Steps:

  • Steam the potatoes for about 10 minutes (until tender when pricked with a fork).
  • While the potatoes are steaming, cook the bacon in a large skillet until crispy (about 8 - 10 minutes).
  • When the potatoes are tender transfer to a medium bowl and cover with foil to keep warm.
  • Remove the bacon and place on a paper towel to drain. Use a slotted spoon and leave the bacon grease in the pan.
  • Add the shallot and garlic to the pan and cook in the bacon grease until softened (about 1 minute).
  • Whisk in vinegar, mustard, sugar and salt. Cook until mixture is thickened and reduced by half, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat. Taste and adjust seasonings with salt and pepper.
  • Cut each fingerling potato crosswise at a forty-five degree angle into 1/2 inch thick slices.
  • Add the potatoes to the skillet and toss to coat with dressing.
  • Add the spinach, herbs, and cooked bacon and gently toss to coat with dressing.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings once more with salt and pepper.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 11 mg, Sodium 460 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

POTATO SALAD



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The secret to Ina Garden's zesty Potato Salad recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network? Buttermilk and two mustards: Dijon and whole grain.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 pounds small white potatoes
Kosher salt
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
1/2 cup chopped fresh dill
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped red onion

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes and 2 tablespoons of salt in a large pot of water. Bring the water to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, until the potatoes are barely tender when pierced with a knife. Drain the potatoes in a colander, then place the colander with the potatoes over the empty pot and cover with a clean, dry kitchen towel. Allow the potatoes to steam for 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, buttermilk, Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, dill, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of pepper. Set aside.
  • When the potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut them in quarters or in half, depending on their size. Place the cut potatoes in a large bowl. While the potatoes are still warm, pour enough dressing over them to moisten. Add the celery and red onion, 2 teaspoons of salt and 1 teaspoon of pepper. Toss well, cover, and refrigerate for a few hours to allow the flavors to blend. Serve cold or at room temperature.

POTATO, GREEN BEAN AND SPINACH SALAD



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Sometimes salads can be comforting, especially when warm potatoes are part of the mix. This is a particularly healthy combination whose three components bring together a great deal of vitamin C, vitamin K, potassium, folate, manganese, potassium, iron and vitamin A.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 30m

Yield Serves four as a main dish or six as a side dish

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound waxy potatoes, cut in 1-inch dice
2 tablespoons finely minced red onion, soaked for five minutes in cold water, then drained, rinsed, and drained on paper towels
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Salt to taste
1 small garlic clove, green shoot removed, minced or pureed
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons plain low-fat yogurt
Freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley, tarragon, chives, chervil or dill
6 ounces green beans, trimmed and broken in half
2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
1 6-ounce bag baby spinach

Steps:

  • Steam the potatoes above 1 inch boiling water for 10 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, whisk together the vinegar, lemon juice, salt, garlic, Dijon mustard, olive oil and yogurt.
  • When the potatoes are tender, remove from the heat and toss at once with 1/4 cup of the dressing, the onion, herbs, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add the green beans to the steamer pot, and steam for five minutes. Remove from the heat, refresh briefly with cold water, drain well and toss with the potatoes, 2 more tablespoons of the dressing and the feta. In a separate bowl, toss the spinach with the remaining dressing. Top with the potatoes and beans, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 322, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 611 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

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.

WARM POTATO SALAD WITH WILTED SPINACH



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I got this recipe from "The Good Egg" by Marie Simmons. She also offers a version with bacon, but I think this is really good without it. I'd guess this doesn't keep too well...I couldn't say for sure, though, because we finished it off pretty fast.

Provided by Aunt Cookie

Categories     Spinach

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 lbs waxy potatoes
4 cups packed rinsed, and trimmed spinach leaves (or just use baby spinach)
6 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and quartered
1 red onion, cut in slivers
10 tablespoons vegetable oil
7 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a saucepan and boil, covered, until tender (approx. 25 minutes). Drain and let cool.Peel the potatoes and cut in 1/2-inch pieces.
  • Add potatoes, spinach, eggs, and onion to a serving bowl.
  • Add the oil, vinegar, mustard, and 1 tsp salt to a skillet and cook over low heat, whisking, until very hot.
  • Pour the hot dressing over the salad and toss to blend. Salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 573.8, Fat 42.4, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 279.8, Sodium 171.9, Carbohydrate 34.7, Fiber 5, Sugar 3.6, Protein 14.2

POACHED SALMON, SPINACH, AND POTATO SALAD



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A warm brown-butter vinaigrette ties all the flavors in this hearty salad together.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Salmon Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound fingerling potatoes
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 skin-on salmon fillet (1 pound), preferably wild, room temperature
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons minced shallot
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons sherry vinegar
8 ounces spinach, tough stems removed, well washed and spun dry
1/2 cup packed mint leaves
Flaky sea salt, such as Maldon, for serving

Steps:

  • Combine potatoes and 1 tablespoon kosher salt in a straight-sided skillet; add enough water to cover. Boil until potatoes are easily pierced with the tip of a knife, 10 to 12 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer to a bowl; cover to keep warm. Generously season fish with kosher salt and pepper. Gently lower into skillet, skin-side down, adding more water if fish is not fully submerged. Return to a boil; then remove from heat, cover, and let stand until fish is just cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes (depending on thickness of fillet). Transfer to a plate, skin-side up; cover to keep warm.
  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high. When it boils, reduce heat to medium; simmer until foamy. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally and scraping bottom of pan, until foam subsides, butter turns golden brown with a nutty aroma, and milk solids separate into brown specks that sink to bottom, 2 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and immediately whisk in shallot, Dijon, and vinegar (mixture will foam and splatter). Season generously with kosher salt and pepper; cover to keep warm.
  • Halve potatoes and toss with spinach, mint, and two-thirds of vinaigrette; divide evenly among 4 plates. Remove skin from fish; drizzle with remaining vinaigrette. Flake into several pieces, divide among salads, and serve, sprinkled with flaky salt.

Tips:

  • Fresh is best: For the best flavor, use fresh spinach and potatoes. If you can't find fresh spinach, you can use frozen spinach, but be sure to thaw it and squeeze out any excess water before using.
  • Don't overcook the potatoes: The potatoes should be cooked until they are tender but still hold their shape. If you overcook them, they will become mushy.
  • Use a good quality mayonnaise: The mayonnaise is one of the main ingredients in this salad, so it's important to use a good quality mayonnaise. Look for a mayonnaise that is made with fresh eggs and oil.
  • Add your favorite mix-ins: This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. You can add chopped celery, carrots, or hard-boiled eggs. You can also add crumbled bacon or cheese.
  • Make it ahead of time: This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This makes it a great option for potlucks or picnics.

Conclusion:

Garden spinach potato salad is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up fresh spinach and potatoes, and it is also a good source of vitamins and minerals. With its creamy texture and tangy flavor, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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