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Turkish Potato Salad

Zesty Turkish Potato Salad with Feta and Fresh Herbs

This Turkish Potato Salad is a vibrant blend of fresh veggies, zesty sumac, and creamy feta, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold or Red-Skinned Potatoes Scrubbed and cleaned
  • 1/4 cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil High-quality for best results
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1 tablespoon Sumac Substitute with lemon zest if needed
  • to taste Salt Essential for flavor
  • to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Parsley
  • 1 medium Red Onion Finely chopped
  • 1 medium Cucumber Diced
  • 1 cup Diced Tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup Pitted Black Olives
  • 1 cup Crumbled Feta Cheese Dairy-free option available
Optional Garnishes
  • to taste Fresh Mint Leaves
  • to taste Extra Feta Crumbles

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Medium bowl
  • colander
  • Large mixing bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Wash and scrub 1 to 2 pounds of potatoes under cold water. Place in a pot, cover with cold water, and add salt. Boil, then simmer until fork-tender.
  2. Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, sumac, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Ensure the dressing is well-combined.
  3. Drain the potatoes and let cool for 15 minutes, then chop into bite-sized cubes.
  4. In a large bowl, combine potatoes, parsley, onion, cucumber, tomatoes, and olives. Fold the ingredients together.
  5. Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat, preserving the shape of the potatoes.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning. Let the salad rest for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  7. Serve chilled as a side dish or part of a mezze platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is best served cold. Make it ahead of time for better flavor melding.

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