Cypriot-style Potato Salad

Ingredients

In this Cypriot adaptation of the Polish Sałatka ziemniaczana, we incorporate the flavors and ingredients commonly found in Cypriot cuisine. The original dish is typically made with mayonnaise, whereas the Cypriot version uses a dressing made with olive oil, lemon juice, and Mediterranean herbs. Additionally, we include ingredients like feta cheese and olives, which are staples in Cypriot cuisine, to enhance the Mediterranean flavors of the salad. We alse have the original recipe for Sałatka ziemniaczana, so you can check it out.

• 500g (1.1 lb) potatoes, boiled and cubed 500g (1.1 lb) potatoes, boiled and cubed
• 1 cucumber, diced 1 cucumber, diced
• 2 tomatoes, diced 2 tomatoes, diced
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 100g (3.5 oz) feta cheese, crumbled 100g (3.5 oz) feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 15g, 5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 25g, 4g
• Protein: 6g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the boiled and cubed potatoes, diced cucumber, diced tomatoes, sliced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, and halved Kalamata olives.
2. 2.
   In a separate small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, chopped mint leaves, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
3. 3.
   Pour the dressing over the potato mixture and gently toss until all the ingredients are well coated.
4. 4.
   Allow the salad to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
5. 5.
   Serve chilled and garnish with additional fresh mint leaves, if desired.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Potatoes — Make sure to boil the potatoes until they are tender but still hold their shape. Overcooking can result in mushy potatoes, which may affect the texture of the salad.

Tips & Tricks

• For added freshness, you can add a handful of chopped parsley or dill to the salad.
• If you prefer a tangier flavor, you can increase the amount of lemon juice in the dressing.
• Feel free to customize the salad by adding other Mediterranean ingredients such as roasted red peppers or capers.
• To make the salad more substantial, you can add grilled chicken or shrimp.
• Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Make sure to give it a good toss before serving again.

Serving advice

Cypriot-style Potato Salad is best served chilled. It makes a fantastic side dish for grilled meats such as lamb or chicken souvlaki. You can also enjoy it as a light and refreshing lunch option on its own or paired with a crusty bread.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation of the Cypriot-style Potato Salad, consider arranging the salad on a platter and garnishing it with additional feta cheese crumbles, Kalamata olives, and fresh mint leaves. The vibrant colors of the ingredients will make the dish visually appealing.