Turkey | Salads | Potatoes

Patates Salatası

(Turkish potato salad)

Yield: 4-6 servings


INGREDIENTS PREP AMOUNT
Olive oil 1/2 cup
Garlic minced 2-3 cloves
Scallions chopped 1 bunch
Paprika 1 Tbsp
Cumin 1 tsp
Potatoes, waxy boiled, peeled and cut in thin slices 2 lbs
Lemon juice only 1-2 each
Salt & pepper to taste
Parsley minced 1/2 bunch

METHOD

Basic Steps:  Boil → Slice → Toss
  1. Heat the oil over medium flame. Add the paprika, cumin, garlic and scallions and saute lightly for about one minute to just take the raw edge off. Pour into a large bowl.
  2. Add the potatoes and the rest of ingredients and toss to coat. Adjust seasoning and let set for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

VARIATIONS

  • Use thinly sliced red onion in place of the scallions if you like.
  • Use chopped basil and mint along with the parsley for added flavor. Use about 2-3 Tbsp of each.
  • Start with the juice of just one lemon and add more as you like for flavor.
  • Eliminate the sauteing step and add use the ingredients raw.
  • Eliminate the cumin and paprika if you like.

NOTES

  • This is a quick, easy and healthy alternative mayonnaise-based potato salads.