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French Potato Salad

A french twist on the classic potato salad, with chives, shallots and a creamy dijon mustard dressing. Perfect for all your summer barbecues.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American, French
Servings 6 people

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs red potatoes, quartered
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 small shallot, finely minced
  • 2 tbsp chives, chopped
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Add potatoes to a large pot, fill with water, season with salt and bring to a boil. Cook until potatoes are fork tender, approximately 15-20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile whisk mayonnaise, dijon mustard, olive oil, vinegar, salt pepper and shallot until combined.
  • Drain potatoes and add to a large bowl. Pour dressing over potatoes, toss to combine. Cool completely in the fridge.
  • Before serving add chives to the potato salad, stir to incorporate.

Notes

Adapted from Martha Stewart.
Keyword Barbecue, Potato, Potato Salad, Side Dish, Summer