Best 6 Pepper And Potato Salad Recipes

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**Potato salad** is a classic dish that can be served as a side or main course. It is typically made with boiled potatoes, mayonnaise, celery, and onion, but there are many variations on the recipe. This article provides three delicious potato salad recipes that are sure to please everyone at your next gathering. The first recipe is a classic potato salad made with mayonnaise, celery, onion, and hard-boiled eggs. The second recipe is a tangy potato salad made with vinegar, mustard, and dill. The third recipe is a creamy potato salad made with sour cream, cream cheese, and bacon. All three recipes are easy to make and can be prepared in advance, making them perfect for a busy weeknight meal or a potluck dinner.

**The first recipe** is a classic potato salad made with mayonnaise, celery, onion, and hard-boiled eggs. This recipe is simple to make and can be prepared in advance. It is a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish, or it can be served as a main course with a green salad.

**The second recipe** is a tangy potato salad made with vinegar, mustard, and dill. This recipe is perfect for those who like a little bit of a kick in their potato salad. It is also a great way to use up leftover boiled potatoes.

**The third recipe** is a creamy potato salad made with sour cream, cream cheese, and bacon. This recipe is rich and decadent, and it is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. It is also a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

ROASTED POTATO, GARLIC, AND RED PEPPER SALAD



Roasted Potato, Garlic, and Red Pepper Salad image

Categories     Salad     Garlic     Potato     Side     Roast     Basil     Bell Pepper     Potluck     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 garlic cloves, unpeeled
3 pounds small boiling potatoes (white, red, or fingerling)
2 red bell peppers
3 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup small fresh basil leaves
Suggested additions: olives, pine nuts, goat cheese, grilled chicken, tuna, or prosciutto

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450° F.
  • Wrap garlic cloves together in foil. Halve potatoes and cut bell peppers into 1/2-inch pieces. In a large bowl toss potatoes, bell peppers, and 3 tablespoons oil with salt and pepper to taste. Arrange potatoes and bell peppers in one layer in 2 large shallow baking pans and roast in middle and lower thirds of oven (simultaneously, roast wrapped garlic on either rack), stirring occasionally and switching position of pans halfway through roasting time, until potatoes are tender and golden brown, about 35 minutes.
  • In a bowl immediately toss potatoes and peppers with 2 tablespoons vinegar and cool. Remove garlic from foil and squeeze pulp into a small bowl. With a fork mash garlic with remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil and tablespoon vinegar and toss together with potatoes and peppers and salt and pepper to taste. Just before serving, add basil. Serve potato salad at room temperature.

PEPPER AND POTATO SALAD



Pepper and Potato Salad image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/2 pounds small potatoes, baby Yukon gold or red skinned potatoes
2 ounces, about 3 tablespoons, sliced jarred or canned hot peppers: jalapenos, hot pepper rings, hot cherry peppers, your choice
1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
4 scallions, chopped
A splash hot pepper juice, from jar or can
3 tablespoons cider or wine vinegar, eyeball it
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, eyeball it
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Chunk up the potatoes, cutting them into large bite-size pieces and place them in a pot of water. Boil until tender, drain and return back to hot pot to dry them out. Add hot peppers, bell peppers and scallions to potatoes, then dress with a splash of hot pepper juice and vinegar. Toss to combine, then drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil to coat the salad evenly and season with salt and pepper.

GRILLED SWEET POTATO AND RED PEPPER SALAD



Grilled Sweet Potato and Red Pepper Salad image

This recipe combines vibrant colors and tastes to create an unusual salad. It's an exciting accompaniment to any entree sizzling on the grill. Try it at your next cookout or picnic. -Irene Eager, Claremont, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon chopped seeded jalapeno pepper, optional
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 large sweet red peppers
1-1/2 pounds medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk the first seven ingredients; set aside. , Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill red peppers over medium heat for 10-15 minutes or until the skins blister, turning frequently. Immediately place peppers in a large bowl; cover and let stand for 15 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a shallow bowl, drizzle sweet potato slices with 2 tablespoons dressing; toss to coat. Set remaining dressing aside. Arrange potato slices on a grilling grid; place on a grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or until tender. Cut into bite-size pieces., Peel off and discard charred skin from peppers; seed and coarsely chop. In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, peppers, celery, onions and cilantro. Whisk the reserved dressing; pour over salad and toss to coat. Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 312mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

POTATO, SPINACH AND RED BELL PEPPER SALAD WITH WARM BACON VINAIGRETTE



Potato, Spinach and Red Bell Pepper Salad with Warm Bacon Vinaigrette image

Categories     Salad     Potato     Sauté     Steam     Low Fat     Bacon     Spinach     Bell Pepper     Summer     Healthy     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1 red bell pepper
1 bacon slice, chopped
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil (preferably extra-virgin)
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup thinly sliced celery
2 cups (packed) baby spinach leaves (about 2 1/2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Steam potatoes just until tender, about 7 minutes. Transfer potatoes to large bowl. Char bell pepper over flame or in broiler until blackened on all sides. Enclose in paper bag; let stand 10 minutes. Peel, seed and chop pepper. Transfer to bowl with potatoes.
  • Sauté bacon in small skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 3 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towel and drain. Whisk vinegar, oil and garlic in small saucepan. Stir over low heat just until warm, about 1 minute. Stir in bacon. Add warm vinaigrette to potato mixture. Mix in celery and spinach. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.

POTATO, ROASTED PEPPER AND ARUGULA SALAD



Potato, Roasted Pepper and Arugula Salad image

Categories     Salad     Onion     Pepper     Potato     Side     Arugula     Bell Pepper     Summer     Healthy     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

7 pounds red potatoes, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
2/3 cup dry white wine
4 red bell peppers
2 yellow bell peppers
2 1 3/4- to 2-ounce cans flat fillets of anchovies, drained, minced
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 1/2 cups olive oil
2 green onion bunches, sliced
2 fresh arugula bunches, sliced

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in large pot. Cover with water. Boil until potatoes are just tender. Drain well. Transfer to large bowl. Mix in white wine.
  • Char peppers over gas flame or in broiler until blackened on all sides. Wrap in paper bag and let stand 10 minutes. Peel and seed. Rinse if necessary; pat dry. Cut peppers into 3/4-inch squares. Transfer to medium bowl.
  • Combine anchovies and vinegar in small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Pour 2/3 cup dressing over peppers. Add remaining dressing, green onions and arugula to potatoes and mix gently. Season peppers and potatoes with salt and pepper. Let stand 30 minutes. Gently mix peppers into potatoes. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before serving.)

SMOKY CHORIZO AND RED PEPPER "TAPAS" POTATO SALAD



Smoky Chorizo and Red Pepper

This delicious potato salad was inspired by a recipe handed down from my great grandparents, who lived in a small town near Sevilla, Spain. It was originally made with green olives and served at a local pub as "tapas" (appetizer). I updated the recipe with my own twist, sauteing capers in olive oil until crisp in place of the...

Provided by Naylet LaRochelle

Categories     Salads

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 1/2 lb petite red potatoes, scrubbed, patted dry, and quartered
1 Tbsp kosher salt, plus more to taste, divided
6 Tbsp olive oil, divided
4 oz chorizo sausage, casings removed, chopped
2/3 c diced sweet onions
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 Tbsp coarsely chopped oregano
1/4 c spicy brown mustard
3 Tbsp honey
1 tsp sherry vinegar
3/4 tsp smoked paprika
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
2/3 c diced fire-roasted red peppers
1/4 c chopped flat-leaf parsley
3 eggs, hard-boiled, peeled, cut into half-moon slices
2 tsp non-pareil capers (small size capers)
2 parsley sprigs, for garnish, if desired

Steps:

  • 1. In a large pot, add potatoes and 1 tablespoon kosher salt. Cover potatoes with water by about 1 inch. Bring to a boil, over medium high heat. Reduce to simmer; cover. Cook, about 18-20 minutes, or until fork tender. Drain. Transfer to a large bowl; let potatoes cool slightly.
  • 2. Meanwhile, over medium high heat, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet. Add chorizo; cook chorizo about 8-10 minutes, or until slightly crisped. Transfer to a paper-lined plate. Set aside. Drain drippings in skillet, reserving about 1 tablespoon drippings in skillet. In same skillet, add 4 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, and onions. Cook, stirring, 3-4 minutes or until onions are tender. Add oregano; cook 1 additional minute. Remove from heat. Stir in mustard, honey, vinegar, smoked paprika and red pepper flakes until well combined. Set mustard-onion dressing aside.
  • 3. While potatoes are still warm, add crumbled chorizo, red peppers, parsley, eggs, and mustard-onion dressing. Season with kosher salt to taste. Gently stir to mix ingredients.
  • 4. In a small skillet, over medium heat, heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add capers; cook 1-2 minutes, or until they begin to pop and crisp slightly.
  • 5. To serve, spoon potato salad in a large serving bowl; sprinkle with crisped capers. If desired, garnish with parsley sprigs. Serve room temperature.

Tips:

  • Choose the right potatoes: Waxy potatoes, such as red potatoes or fingerling potatoes, hold their shape better than starchy potatoes, making them ideal for potato salad.
  • Boil the potatoes until they are just tender: Overcooked potatoes will become mushy when mixed with the dressing.
  • Let the potatoes cool completely before adding the dressing: This will help to prevent the potato salad from becoming watery.
  • Use a light hand with the dressing:Potato salad should be moist, but not soggy. Add the dressing a little at a time, until the potatoes are evenly coated.
  • Add some mix-ins: Chopped celery, onion, hard-boiled eggs, and bacon are all popular additions to potato salad. Get creative and experiment with different ingredients to find your favorite combination.
  • Chill the potato salad before serving: This will help the flavors to meld together and make the salad more refreshing.

Conclusion:

Potato salad is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish, main course, or even as a snack. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a potato salad recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dish, give potato salad a try!

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