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Sumac Potato Salad Recipe

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Sumac Potato Salad is a Mediterranean-inspired dish with tangy sumac, briny olives, capers, and fresh herbs. It’s a vibrant, light, and flavorful alternative to traditional potato salad, perfect for picnics or BBQs.

  • Author: Tina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Boiling, Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

4–5 medium potatoes (Yukon gold or red potatoes work well)

1 small red onion, thinly sliced

½ cup black olives, chopped

3 small pickles, chopped

¼ cup capers

⅓ cup chopped parsley

5–6 sun-dried tomatoes, chopped

2 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp balsamic vinegar

1 tbsp sumac

½ tsp chili flakes

Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Boil the Potatoes: Begin by boiling the whole, unpeeled potatoes in salted water until they are just tender but not mushy, about 20 minutes. Drain and let them cool slightly. Once cooled, peel the potatoes and chop them into bite-sized cubes.
  2. Prepare the Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the boiled potatoes with the sliced red onion, chopped parsley, pickles, black olives, capers, and sun-dried tomatoes. Mix gently to combine.
  3. Dress the Salad: Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the salad. Sprinkle in the sumac, chili flakes, and salt, then toss everything gently. Be careful not to break up the potatoes too much.
  4. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning if needed by adding more balsamic vinegar, salt, or chili flakes.
  5. Serve: Serve the Sumac Potato Salad immediately or chill it in the fridge for a few hours for even more flavor.

Notes

  • The salad can be made ahead of time. The flavors improve after sitting for a few hours or overnight.
  • For extra crunch and color, feel free to add vegetables like cucumbers, bell peppers, or tomatoes.
  • If sumac isn’t available, substitute it with lemon zest and a pinch of salt for a similar tangy flavor.
  • This salad is naturally vegan and gluten-free.

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