Sausage Potato Salad Recipe

Name: Sausage Potato Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: The salad; 1 pound small Yukon Gold potatoes; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 8 ounces fully cooked cracked pepper smoked sausage, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds; 1 shallot, thinly sliced; 1 celery stalk, chopped fine; 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves; Country Dijon Mustard Vinaigrette; 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon Dijon style country mustard; 1 large clove garlic, minced; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 6 tablespoons good olive oil

Servings: persons

The salad
1 pound small Yukon Gold potatoes
1 teaspoon olive oil
8 ounces fully cooked cracked pepper smoked sausage, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
1 shallot, thinly sliced
1 celery stalk, chopped fine
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
Country Dijon Mustard Vinaigrette
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon style country mustard
1 large clove garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
6 tablespoons good olive oil

1
For the Salad, bring a large pot of water to boil over medium-high heat. Add the potatoes, bring back to a boil and cook 10-15 minutes for small potatoes, more time for larger ones. Drain and let cool. If large, quarter and transfer to a bowl
2
Add celery, shallot and fresh thyme leaves. Set aside
3
Meanwhile, in a large skilled, heat the 1 teaspoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add the sausage slices and saute until browned. Remove from the pan onto a paper towel lined plate to drain some of the excess fat. Transfer to the bowl of potatoes, shallot, celery and thyme leaves.
4
For the Dressing-in a small jar with a lid, add the red wine vinegar, country mustard, garlic, salt and pepper. Pour in the 6 tablespoons olive oil. Close lid and shake until emulsified. Add 1/2 of the vinaigrette to the potato salad. Taste, adjust seasoning. Garnish with additional fresh thyme leaves. Serve warm or at room temperature.

368

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: The salad, 1 pound small Yukon Gold potatoes, 1 teaspoon olive oil, 8 ounces fully cooked cracked pepper smoked sausage, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds, and more.

Yes, Sausage Potato Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Sausage Potato Salad

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