Potato Olive Salad Recipe

This vibrant Potato & Olive Salad recipe, inspired by a Columbus Dispatch favorite, is a delightful blend of creamy potatoes, briny olives, and fresh green onions. Perfect as a side dish for barbecues, potlucks, or a light lunch, this recipe is easy to make and bursting with flavor! Get ready to impress your friends and family with this simple yet elegant salad.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 515.1 kcal
Protein 20g
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Ingredients for Potato Olive Salad

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How to Make Potato Olive Salad

  1. Wash and scrub 1 pound of Yukon Gold potatoes. Cut into 1-inch pieces.
  2. Place potatoes in a medium saucepan and cover with cold salted water (about 2 cups). Bring to a boil over high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until potatoes are easily pierced with a fork.
  4. Drain the potatoes thoroughly in a colander and let them cool slightly.
  5. While potatoes are cooling, finely chop 1/2 cup green onions.
  6. In a large bowl, combine the cooled potatoes, green onions, and 1 cup Kalamata olives (pitted).
  7. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  8. Pour the dressing over the potato mixture and gently toss to coat.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve immediately or chill for later.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

16g

Fat

10g

Carbs

29g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Potato Olive Salad?

Potato Olive Salad takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Potato Olive Salad?

Potato Olive Salad has approximately 515.1 calories per serving, with about 20 g protein, 29 g carbohydrates and 21 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Potato Olive Salad?

The key ingredients for Potato Olive Salad are New Potatoes, Salt, Green Onion, Pimento Stuffed Olive, Pepper, Olive Oil. See the full list with measurements above.

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