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Olive Greek Potato Salad

Olive Greek Potato Salad: Zesty Flavor for Any Gathering

Olive Greek Potato Salad is a refreshing side dish that captures summer's essence with its bright flavors and creamy texture, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 lbs petite white or red potatoes avoid russet potatoes for best texture
  • 1 tbsp kosher salt to taste
  • 1 cup pitted kalamata olives or other similar olives
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 2 tbsp capers chopped pickles can substitute
  • 1 medium red onion finely diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill or fresh parsley
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese vegan feta can be used or omitted
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil or other oils
  • 3 tbsp red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp dry mustard or mustard powder
  • 1 tsp dried thyme or fresh herbs
  • 1 tsp dried oregano or fresh herbs
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper or white pepper

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • jar or bowl for dressing

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Olive Greek Potato Salad
  1. Begin by adding petite white or red potatoes to a large pot and filling it with cold water, ensuring the potatoes are fully submerged. Sprinkle in a generous amount of kosher salt, then bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce to a simmer and cook for about 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender, then drain and set aside.
  2. While the potatoes are boiling, grab a jar or bowl and combine extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dry mustard, dried thyme, and dried oregano. Add a pinch of kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper for seasoning. Secure the lid or, if using a bowl, whisk thoroughly until the mixture is well emulsified and creamy.
  3. Once drained, allow the potatoes to cool slightly for about 5 minutes. Cut each potato into halves or bite-sized pieces, maintaining their structure.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, drizzle the caper brine over the warm potatoes and add pitted kalamata olives, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, finely diced red onion, and fresh dill. Pour in the prepared dressing and toss everything together gently.
  5. Taste your Olive Greek Potato Salad, adjusting the seasoning as needed with more kosher salt or freshly cracked black pepper.
  6. Before serving, top your Olive Greek Potato Salad with crumbled feta cheese. Allow the salad to rest for at least one hour at room temperature, or refrigerate it for a couple of hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This recipe can be made up to 2 days in advance! Just hold off on adding the feta until just before serving for optimal freshness.

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