Description
The Best Roasted Potato Salad is a fresh, flavorful, and comforting dish featuring perfectly roasted fingerling potatoes, smoky turkey bacon, aromatic fresh herbs, and a zesty apple cider vinegar dressing. Enjoy it warm or chilled as a versatile side that complements any meal, ideal for picnics, potlucks, or family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds fingerling potatoes, washed and halved
- 6 slices smoked turkey bacon
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (natural)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (natural)
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
- Pinch of natural gelling agent
Instructions
- Prepare and Roast the Potatoes: Wash and halve the fingerling potatoes to ensure even cooking. Toss them lightly in olive oil (natural), sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper, then spread evenly on a baking sheet. Roast in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 25-30 minutes or until golden and tender, turning halfway through to ensure uniform crispness.
- Cook the Smoked Turkey Bacon: While the potatoes roast, cook the smoked turkey bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp but still tender. Drain on paper towels, then crumble into bite-sized pieces once slightly cooled.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar (natural), Dijon mustard (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), olive oil (natural), sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, and a pinch of natural gelling agent to create a smooth, cohesive dressing.
- Combine the Salad Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, gently fold the warm roasted potatoes, crumbled smoked turkey bacon, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped fresh parsley and dill. Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss carefully to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Let it Rest: Allow the salad to rest for at least 15 minutes at room temperature or chill in the refrigerator for a couple of hours. This resting period helps the flavors meld together, enhancing the overall taste.
Notes
- Choose waxy potatoes like fingerlings or baby Yukon Gold for better texture and flavor absorption.
- Do not overcrowd the pan when roasting to achieve superior crispiness.
- Adjust the amount of apple cider vinegar in the dressing to balance the acidity to your preference.
- Use fresh herbs generously to brighten the dish and add depth of flavor.
- Serve the salad slightly warm for comfort or chilled for a refreshing option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: roasted potato salad, fingerling potatoes, turkey bacon salad, apple cider vinegar dressing, fresh herb salad
