This easy garlic herb potato salad is simple but loaded with flavor! Perfectly cooked red skinned potatoes tossed with a lemon garlic herb dressing and crumbled bacon, this Whole30 potato salad can be served slightly warm or at room temperature.
Memorial Day is next weekend and I’m thinking about all the summery, barbecue and picnic friendly foods I can make!
Potato salad is surely one of them, and this garlic herb recipe is up at the top of my list now.
It’s super simple to make with minimal ingredients, but it’s BIG on flavor.
It can be served either room temperature or warmed, and it’s mayo free! So no need to worry about warm weather ruining your potato salad!
What You Need to Make this Garlic Herb Potato Salad
- 8 slices nitrate free bacon (sugar free for Whole30)
- 3 pounds red potatoes, scrubbed and sliced into 1/2 inch cubes
- sea salt, for boiling the potatoes
- 1/2 cup avocado oil or light flavored olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (you can use any vinegar as well)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1/3 cup roughly chopped parsley, plus more for garnish
- Freshly ground black pepper and sea salt, to taste
How to Make Garlic Herb Potato Salad
Preheat your oven to 400° F (for the bacon) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. I like baking my bacon to save time and mess, but you can also cook it in a skillet if you prefer.
Lay the bacon slices on the parchment and bake in the preheated oven for 16-20 minutes, checking for doneness after 16 minutes. Time will vary based on the thickness and type of bacon you use. Once done, drain on paper towels and crumble.
Place the cubed potatoes in a large stock pot and cover will water. Add about 1 tablespoon of sea salt to the water, and bring to a boil on the stovetop over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and cook until just fork tender – checking after 10 minutes for doneness.
Drain the potatoes and transfer them to a large bowl to cool while you prepare the dressing.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the oil, lemon juice and mustard, then stir in the garlic, parsley, and sea salt and black pepper. Pour the dressing over the partially cooled potatoes and toss with the crumbled bacon.
Serve slightly warm or at room temperature, garnishing with extra parsley if desired.
Variations on Garlic Herb Potato Salad
You can easily switch up the fresh herbs in this recipe to suit your tastes.
You can sub in half the parsley for other fresh herbs like dill, tarragon, or even chopped chives. A combination of your favorite herbs would be great!
To make this salad vegan, you can omit the bacon and add in an additional crunchy veggie like celery or red onions, or sub in vegan bacon.
I hope you’re ready for barbecue season and all things summer!
I know you’re going to love this potato salad. Grab your ingredients because it’s time to cook!
Garlic Herb Potato Salad {Whole30}
Garlic Herb Potato Salad {Whole30}
Ingredients
- 8 slices nitrate free bacon sugar free for Whole30
- 3 pounds red potatoes scrubbed and sliced into 1/2 inch cubes
- sea salt for boiling the potatoes
- 1/2 cup avocado oil or light flavored olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice you can use any vinegar as well
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 3 cloves garlic finely chopped
- 1/3 cup roughly chopped parsley plus more for garnish
- Freshly ground black pepper and sea salt to taste
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 400° F (for the bacon) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. I like baking my bacon to save time and mess, but you can also cook it in a skillet if you prefer.
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Lay the bacon slices on the parchment and bake in the preheated oven for 16-20 minutes, checking for doneness after 16 minutes. Time will vary based on the thickness and type of bacon you use. Once done, drain on paper towels and crumble.
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Place the cubed potatoes in a large stock pot and cover will water. Add about 1 tablespoon of sea salt to the water, and bring to a boil on the stovetop over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and cook until just fork tender - checking after 10 minutes for doneness.
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Drain the potatoes and transfer them to a large bowl to cool while you prepare the dressing.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the oil, lemon juice and mustard, then stir in the garlic, parsley, and sea salt and black pepper. Pour the dressing over the partially cooled potatoes and toss with the crumbled bacon.
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Serve slightly warm or at room temperature, garnishing with extra parsley if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition
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Alright, I’m looking at this recipe for Garlic Herb Potato Salad that’s supposed to be Whole30 compliant. I’m not super familiar with Whole30, but I know it’s a dietary program that focuses on whole foods and excludes things like added sugars, grains, and dairy. So, this recipe is designed to fit within those guidelines.
The first thing that catches my eye is the use of nitrate-free, sugar-free bacon. That seems like an important component for both the flavor and the Whole30 compliance. I love bacon, so I’m excited about that. It also mentions that the bacon can be baked in the oven to save time and reduce mess, which is handy.
Next, the potatoes are red-skinned and are boiled in salted water. Boiling potatoes is pretty straightforward, but I appreciate the tip to check for doneness after 10 minutes. I always seem to overcook potatoes, so that’s good to know.
The dressing sounds delicious—avocado oil or light-flavored olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and chopped parsley. It’s simple yet packed with flavor. I like that it’s mayo-free, which makes it a healthier option and also means it’s safer to serve at room temperature without worrying about spoilage.
The recipe also suggests some variations, like swapping in different herbs or making it vegan by omitting the bacon and adding more veggies. That’s thoughtful for people with different dietary preferences.
One thing I noticed is that the recipe mentions serving the potato salad slightly warm or at room temperature. I usually think of potato salad as a cold dish, but warming it up might enhance the flavors, especially with the garlic and herbs.
Overall, this seems like an easy and flavorful recipe that’s perfect for summer gatherings or picnics. I might try making it this weekend for a family barbecue. I need to make sure I get the right type of bacon—nitrate-free and sugar-free—to keep it Whole30 compliant.
Also, the recipe mentions that it can be made in 15 minutes of prep time with 20 minutes of cooking time, which is great for a busy day. It serves 8 people, so it should be enough for a crowd.
I should also note down the ingredients list to make sure I have everything on hand:
– 8 slices nitrate-free bacon (sugar-free for Whole30)
– 3 pounds red potatoes, scrubbed and sliced into ½ inch cubes
– Sea salt for boiling the potatoes
– ½ cup avocado oil or light-flavored olive oil
– 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (or any vinegar)
– 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
– 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
– 1/3 cup roughly chopped parsley, plus more for garnish
– Freshly ground black pepper and sea salt to taste
I might want to double-check if I have all these ingredients or if I need to go shopping.
Additionally, the recipe provides instructions for baking the bacon, which is a smart way to prepare it without making a mess on the stove. I’ll need to preheat the oven to 400°F and bake the bacon for about 16-20 minutes until crispy.
While the bacon is baking, I can prep the potatoes. I need to boil them in salted water until they’re just fork-tender, which should take around 10-15 minutes depending on the size of the cubes.
Once the potatoes are cooked, I’ll drain them and let them cool a bit before tossing them with the dressing. The dressing is made by whisking together the oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, parsley, and seasoning. I love how fresh and zesty that sounds.
After tossing the potatoes with the dressing and the crumbled bacon, I can serve it immediately while it’s still warm or let it cool to room temperature. I think I prefer it slightly warm, but it’s good to know that it’s versatile.
The recipe also mentions that you can garnish it with extra parsley, which would make it look extra appealing on the table.
Overall, I’m really excited to try this recipe. It seems straightforward, delicious, and adaptable to different dietary needs. I think it’s going to be a hit at the barbecue!
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