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Olive Greek Potato Salad

Irresistible Olive Greek Potato Salad Recipe in 30 Minutes

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A tangy and vibrant Greek-inspired potato salad with olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and feta cheese.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (includes resting)
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 lb petite white or red potatoes
  • 12 tsp kosher salt, for boiling
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced or crushed
  • 2 tsp dry mustard
  • 2 tsp dried thyme
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 cup pitted kalamata olives
  • 7 oz oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
  • 4 oz capers, brine reserved
  • 1 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1/2 cup rough chopped fresh dill
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Instructions

  1. Boil potatoes in salted water until tender (about 15 minutes). Drain and let cool slightly.
  2. Shake olive oil, vinegar, garlic, mustard, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper in a jar to make the dressing.
  3. Toss warm potatoes with caper brine.
  4. Mix in olives, sun-dried tomatoes, capers, red onion, and dill.
  5. Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently.
  6. Top with feta cheese before serving. Let rest for 1 hour for best flavor.

Notes

  • Use firm potatoes to avoid mushiness.
  • No mayo needed—just a zesty vinaigrette.
  • Kalamata olives add authentic Greek flavor.
  • Cool potatoes slightly before mixing to keep texture intact.
  • Author: Livia Reed
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Boiling, Tossing
  • Cuisine: Greek
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 890mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg