Spring Garden Potato Salad Recipe

Name: Spring Garden Potato Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cloves garlic, peeled; 2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 2 1/2 tablespoons white wine vinegar; Freshly ground black pepper; 8 cups water; 2/3 cup dry white vermouth; 3 cloves garlic, smashed; 2 tablespoons kosher salt plus additional for seasoning; 1 sprig fresh thyme; 1 bay leaf; 4 black peppercorns; 2 pounds small red-skinned waxy potatoes, sliced into 1/8-inch-thick rounds; 5 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/8-inch-thick rounds; 1 bunch radishes, sliced into 1/8-inch-thick rounds (about 8); 1/2 English cucumber or 1 large Kirby cucumber, sliced into 1/8-inch-thick rounds; 1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, halved; 3 scallions (white and green parts), thinly sliced; Freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 cup lightly packed chopped mixed fresh herbs, such as flat-leaf parsley, dill, or tarragon; 6 lemon wedges

Servings: persons

2 cloves garlic, peeled
2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 1/2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
Freshly ground black pepper
8 cups water
2/3 cup dry white vermouth
3 cloves garlic, smashed
2 tablespoons kosher salt plus additional for seasoning
1 sprig fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
4 black peppercorns
2 pounds small red-skinned waxy potatoes, sliced into 1/8-inch-thick rounds
5 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/8-inch-thick rounds
1 bunch radishes, sliced into 1/8-inch-thick rounds (about 8)
1/2 English cucumber or 1 large Kirby cucumber, sliced into 1/8-inch-thick rounds
1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
3 scallions (white and green parts), thinly sliced
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup lightly packed chopped mixed fresh herbs, such as flat-leaf parsley, dill, or tarragon
6 lemon wedges

1
For the dressing: Smash the garlic cloves, sprinkle with the salt, and, with the flat side of a large knife, mash and smear the mixture to a coarse paste.
2
Put in a bowl and whisk with the mayonnaise, vinegar, and black pepper to taste.
3
For the salad: Put the water, vermouth, garlic, salt, thyme, bay leaf, peppercorns, and potatoes in a large saucepan and bring to a boil.
4
Add the carrots, lower the heat, and cook until the vegetables are tender but not mushy, about 5 minutes.
5
Stir in the radishes, then immediately drain all the vegetables in a colander in the sink.
6
Remove and discard the garlic, thyme, bay leaf, and peppercorns.
7
Cool slightly and toss the vegetables with the dressing.
8
Cover and refrigerate about 30 minutes.
9
(The salad can be prepared up to this point a day ahead.)
10
About 10 minutes before serving, toss the cucumber, tomatoes, and scallions in a small bowl with salt and black pepper to taste.
11
When ready to serve, fold the cucumber mixture and herbs into the potato salad.
12
Serve with lemon wedges.

526

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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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cloves garlic, peeled, 2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 1/2 tablespoons white wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Spring Garden 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spring Garden Potato Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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