Healthiest Amazing Greek Potato Salad Recipe

This no-mayo Greek Potato Salad, which is also Slimming World-friendly, gluten-free, and vegetarian, showcases the beauty of simple ingredients coming together to create a dish that’s both satisfying and healthy.
Greek Potato Salad
Savor the simplicity and robust flavors of the Mediterranean with the Greek Potato Salad, a dish where the humble potato is elevated with vibrant flavors of feta, dill, red onions, and a zesty lemon and olive oil dressing. With a hint of dill and capers for an extra layer of flavor, this salad is a testament to the Greek philosophy of culinary excellence through simplicity.
Ingredients
- 900 g / 2 pounds baby potatoes, halved Jersey Royals, or small red potatoes
- 200 g | 7 oz feta cheese crumbled
- 5 tbsp mini capers or finely chopped black olives
- 1 red onion very finely sliced
- 1/2 lemon juice only
- 2 tbsp chopped dill or use more parsley
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
- 3-5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil or use Olive Oil spray for the Slimming
World version
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- salt and freshly ground pepper to season
- lemon wedges to serve
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to the boil and add a good pinch of salt.
- Add the potatoes and lower the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and cook until fork tender – about 20 minutes.
- Spread the potatoes out on a platter and allow to cool.
- Scatter the capers, feta, and red onion over the potatoes.
- Drizzle with the lemon juice and plenty of olive oil and season liberally with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with parsley, dill, and oregano, and serve with extra lemon wedges.
- Cook the potatoes in the Instant Pot
- Add 1 cup (250ml) water in the pot, place the potatoes in a steamer basket on top and cook for 8 minutes at high pressure. Release the steam manually and remove the basket from the pressure cooker to allow the potatoes to cool down.
Serving Suggestions
- Greek Lamb Chops
- Souvlaki
- Greek Lamb Burgers
Tips and Tricks
- Opt for salad (baby) potatoes for their health benefits, leaving the skin on.
- Barrel-aged feta is recommended for its rich flavor, but you can omit it for a vegan version.
- Nonpareil capers or chopped black olives can be used based on your preference.
- Fresh dill enhances the dish’s flavor and aids in digestion; substitute with parsley if not a fan.