Herbed Potato and Asparagus Salad

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A refreshing salad with new potatoes, asparagus, and radishes, dressed with yogurt and roasted garlic dressing, perfect for a light meal or side dish.

Herbed Potato and Asparagus Salad recipe
Prep Time
20min
Cook Time
12min
Total Time
32min

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 bowl)

Salad

  • New Potatoes
    New Potatoes
    3cups
  • Fresh Rosemary
    Fresh Rosemary
    2sprigs
  • Fresh Mint
    Fresh Mint
    2sprigs
  • Fresh Thyme Leaves
    Fresh Thyme Leaves
    2sprigs
  • Tbsp Salt
    Tbsp Salt
    1
  • Asparagus, chopped
    Asparagus, chopped
    3cups
  • bunch Radishes, thinly sliced
    bunch Radishes, thinly sliced
    1

Dressing

  • Plain Yogurt Dressing
    Plain Yogurt Dressing
    4oz
  • Roasted Garlic Yogurt Dressing
    Roasted Garlic Yogurt Dressing
    4oz
  • Lemon, juiced
    Lemon, juiced
    1/2piece
  • Tbsp Fresh Dill, chopped
    Tbsp Fresh Dill, chopped
    2

How to make Herbed Potato and Asparagus Salad

Prepare Potatoes

  1. Step 1

    Cut new potatoes in half or into four pieces if larger. Add them to a pot, cover with water, and add salt, fresh rosemary, fresh mint, and fresh thyme leaves. Bring to a boil and cook for about ten minutes, checking for doneness at eight minutes.

    Step 1.1: Cut new potatoes in half or into four pieces if larger

Cool Potatoes

  1. Step 1

    Once cooked, remove herb sprigs and take the potatoes out of the cooking water. Save the cooking water to blanch the asparagus. Let potatoes cool to room temperature.

Blanch Asparagus

  1. Step 1

    Prepare an ice bath. Boil the asparagus in the leftover potato water for two minutes, then drain and place into the ice bath.

Prepare Dressing

  1. Step 1

    While the potatoes and asparagus cool, whisk plain yogurt dressing and roasted garlic yogurt dressing with lemon juice and fresh dill.

    Step 4.1: While the potatoes and asparagus cool, whisk plain yogurt dressing and roasted garlic yogurt dressing with lemon juice and fresh dill

Assemble Salad

  1. Step 1

    Once the potatoes have cooled, add the potatoes, asparagus, and radishes to a large bowl in layers, adding dollops of the dressing as you layer the vegetables. Finish with remaining dressing, asparagus pieces, sliced radishes, and a sprinkle of fresh dill for garnish. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

    Step 5.1: Once the potatoes have cooled, add the potatoes, asparagus, and radishes to a large bowl in layers, adding dollops of the dressing as you layer the vegetables

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

115.0kcal (5.75%)

Protein

3.5g (7%)

Carbs

15.0g (5.45%)

Sugars

2.0g (4%)

Healthy Fat

3.9g

Unhealthy Fat

1.3g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. You can prepare the salad in advance and store it in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

  2. For added flavor, try roasting the potatoes instead of boiling them.

FAQS

  1. How do I prepare the Herbed Potato and Asparagus Salad for a gluten-free diet?

    This Herbed Potato and Asparagus Salad is naturally gluten-free as it contains no wheat or gluten-containing ingredients. Just ensure that the yogurt dressing you use is labeled gluten-free to maintain dietary compatibility.

  2. What are some good substitutions for ingredients in the Herbed Potato and Asparagus Salad?

    If you don't have fresh herbs like rosemary, mint, or thyme, you can use dried herbs instead, but reduce the quantity as dried herbs are more potent. Additionally, if you want a dairy-free option, you can substitute the yogurt dressings with a plant-based yogurt or a vinaigrette made from olive oil and vinegar.

  3. How should I store leftover Herbed Potato and Asparagus Salad?

    To store leftover Herbed Potato and Asparagus Salad, place it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It should stay fresh for up to 3 days. For best flavor, consume it within 1-2 days, as the vegetables may become soggy over time.

  4. What can I pair with the Herbed Potato and Asparagus Salad for a complete meal?

    This salad pairs wonderfully with grilled chicken or fish for a light meal. You can also serve it alongside a crusty bread or a quinoa dish to add more protein and make it a complete meal.

  5. What is the cooking process for the potatoes and asparagus in the Herbed Potato and Asparagus Salad?

    To cook the potatoes, cut them into halves or quarters, boil them with fresh herbs and salt for about 10 minutes, and then cool them to room temperature. For the asparagus, use the leftover potato water to blanch it for 2 minutes before transferring it to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.

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