Imagine a salad so vibrant, so incredibly delicious, that it transforms your ordinary meal into a Mediterranean culinary adventure! This Potato, Cucumber, and Garlic Salad is not just another side dish - it's a flavor explosion waiting to tantalize your senses. With its perfect blend of creamy potatoes, crisp cucumber, and zesty garlic, this recipe promises to become your new summer obsession that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 medium potatoes, boiled and diced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the potatoes. Place the medium potatoes in a large pot and cover them with water. Bring the water to a boil over high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and let the potatoes cook for about 15 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork. Be careful not to overcook them.
- Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them in a colander and let them cool for a few minutes. Once they are cool enough to handle, peel the skins off (if desired) and dice the potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- While the potatoes are cooling, prepare the cucumber. Wash the cucumber thoroughly and cut off both ends. Dice the cucumber into small pieces and set aside.
- Next, prepare the garlic. Peel the garlic cloves and mince them finely using a knife or a garlic press.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced potatoes, diced cucumber, and minced garlic.
- Drizzle the olive oil and red wine vinegar over the potato and cucumber mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Gently toss all the ingredients together until they are well combined and evenly coated with the dressing.
- Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Before serving, give the salad another gentle toss. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Serve the Potato, Cucumber, and Garlic Salad chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing side dish. Enjoy!
Tips
- Choose waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold for the best texture and flavor
- Ensure potatoes are cooled completely before mixing to prevent mushiness
- Use fresh, crisp cucumber for maximum crunch
- Mince garlic very finely to distribute flavor evenly
- Let the salad rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld
- For extra richness, consider adding some crumbled feta cheese
- Chill the salad for a more refreshing experience, especially on hot days
- Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil for the best dressing taste
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 150kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
