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Turkish Potato Salad

Refreshing Turkish Potato Salad: Light, Zesty, and Mayo-Free

This Turkish Potato Salad is a vibrant, healthy dish bursting with flavor, perfect for light lunches or side dishes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Turkish
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes or red potatoes
  • 4 stems green onions fresh, chopped
  • 1 cup grated carrot optional for extra crunch
  • 1 medium onion red or white, sliced
  • 4 cups romaine lettuce chopped
  • 1 cup parsley chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon sumac for authenticity
  • 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes adjust according to preference

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by placing the Yukon Gold or red potatoes in a large pot filled with salted water. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook the potatoes for 20–30 minutes until they are tender enough to easily pierce with a fork. Once done, drain the potatoes and cool them under cold running water for 3–5 minutes to halt the cooking process.
  2. Once the potatoes are cool enough to handle, peel them off and cut them into large chunks. In a spacious mixing bowl, combine these potato chunks with chopped green onions, grated carrots, sliced onions, chopped lettuce, and parsley.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, salt, black pepper, sumac, and red chili flakes. Ensure the dressing is well-blended.
  4. Pour the prepared dressing over the mixed vegetables and gently toss until all the ingredients are evenly coated. Adjust the seasoning if needed.
  5. Your vibrant Turkish Potato Salad is now ready to enjoy! You can serve it immediately or let it chill in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days for the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 350mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or an everyday meal. Store in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.

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