Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Add the whole potatoes to a large pot and cover with cold water. Season generously with salt and bring to a boil. Cook for 15-18 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork tender but not falling apart. Drain well and allow them to cool for about 5 minutes. When cool enough to handle, cut the potatoes in half and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
- Whisk together the olive oil, champagne vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, French Seasoning, salt, and pepper in a small mixing bowl until well combined.
- Pour dressing over the warm potatoes and gently toss until coated in the vinaigrette. Let the potatoes sit for about 10 minutes so they can absorb the dressing.
- Add the shallot, cornichons, parsley, chives, and scallions. Toss gently to combine.
- Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled. Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired.
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Notes
- Warm Potatoes Matter: Tossing the potatoes with the vinaigrette while they're still warm helps them absorb the dressing and creates a more flavorful potato salad.
- Best Potatoes: Baby Yukon Gold potatoes are my favorite for French potato salad because they have a naturally creamy texture and hold their shape well after cooking.
- Don't Overcook: Cook the potatoes until fork tender but not falling apart. Overcooked potatoes can become mushy when tossed with the dressing.
- Champagne Vinegar Substitute: If you don't have champagne vinegar, white wine vinegar is the best substitute and maintains the traditional French flavor profile.
- Cornichon Tip: Cornichons add a classic French touch and a pop of acidity, but the salad is still delicious if you leave them out.
- Seasoning Substitute: If you do not have my French Seasoning blend, substitute Herbes de Provence.
- Storage: Store leftover French potato salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Make Ahead: This potato salad can be made up to 24 hours in advance. The flavors continue to develop as it chills.
- Nutrition (per serving, 6 servings): 205 calories, 9g fat, 28g carbohydrates, 3g protein, 3g fiber. Nutrition information is an estimate. Actual values may vary based on specific ingredients and brands used.