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    Warm Roasted Purple Potato Salad

    Published: Oct 11, 2021 || Last updated: Oct 7, 2022 by Farrukh Aziz

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    If you're in the market for a purple potato recipe, you've come to the right place! This Roasted Purple Potato Salad may look fancy, but it has all the cozy, carb-y charm of everyone's favorite side.

    With an eye-catching color and a vinegar based dressing, this elegantly healthy riff on barbecue fare is all dressed up for holiday entertaining.

    warm purple potato salad in a white plate with 7 minutes egg wedges and a silver fork

    Jump to:
    • Why You Will Love This Purple Potato Recipe
    • Ingredients
    • How to Roast Purple Potatoes?
    • How to Make Warm Potato Salad
    • FAQs
    • More Yummy Recipes
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    Why You Will Love This Purple Potato Recipe

    I don't know about you, but I am a big fan of potatoes in any form: whether we're talking french fries or mashies, casseroles or curries, jacket potatoes, or soups, the humble spud is one of my favorite meal-prepping buds.

    While potatoes often get a bad rap for being starchy, carb-laden diet busters, they actually have plenty of nutritional value. One serving of cooked potatoes has 3 grams of fiber and more potassium than a banana!

    While many of you are familiar with varieties like waxy baby new potatoes, hefty russet potatoes or bright orange sweet potatoes, you may not have experience with the wondrous beauty of Peruvian purple potatoes.

    Purple potatoes have the added health benefit of being a source of anthocyanins, a type of antioxidant that is also found in blueberries and blackberries. They also have a lower GI rating than regular yellow potatoes, making them a great choice for people who are concerned about blood sugar.

    This simple purple potato recipe combines all the goodness of the colorful spuds with protein rich eggs and a light vinaigrette, making it perfectly lovely as a light lunch. It also takes just about 10 minutes of active time to make, meaning it is easy enough for even weeknight cooking.

    This yummy purple potato salad ( just like my Roasted Rosemary Potatoes and Za'atar Roasted Red Potatoes and Crispy Roasted Fingerlings) has all the hallmarks of being a perfect dinner party side. It is nutritious, beautiful, naturally vegetarian & gluten free, and goes well with just about any main dishes you can dream up. Serve it for your next fall feast, or even at Thanksgiving or Christmas for a little extra color!

    So what are you waiting for? Grab a pile of purple tubers and meet me in the kitchen!

    Ingredients

    This light, healthy apple cider vinegar based potato salad requires just a few easy-to-find ingredients. Here's everything you'll need:

    ingredients for warm purple potato salad recipe measured out into bowls
    • Purple Potatoes - There are several varieties of purple potatoes on the market these days. Any variety will work just fine in this recipe; I opted to use the Peruvian variety. In the event that you can't find purple potatoes, any waxy variety will work. I prefer Yukon Gold if possible.
    • Boiled Eggs - A perfect 7 minute egg is my ideal boiled egg - bright, saffron yellow yolks that are jammy while the yolks are set? Yum! Feel free to boil longer if you prefer a pale yellow yolk instead.
    • Red Onions - If you want to remove some of the bite of the alliums, give the slices a quick 10 minute soak in cool water. Drain thoroughly and then add to the salad as instructed. Sweet yellow onions will also work as a substitute if necessary.
    • Green Onions - Contrary to what you may think, both the greens and whites of green onions are edible. Use both for maximum color impact.
    • Garlic - In a pinch, you can swap in ΒΌ teaspoon of garlic powder instead.
    • Parsley - Fresh parsley adds even more color to this warm potato salad, plus a nice, lemony brightness. Either curly or flat Italian parsley will work just fine here.
    • Olive Oil - For raw applications such as this dijon mustard vinaigrette, I recommend opting for cold pressed oil.
    • Apple Cider Vinegar - When possible, get raw apple cider with the "mother" for the best probiotic benefits.
    • Dijon Mustard - Dijon mustard has a specific flavor that is perfect for this dressing. If you can't find it, a spicy brown mustard is the next best option. Opt for smooth varieties rather than whole grain mustards; this will help with emulsification.
    • Sugar - I know what you're thinking. "SUGAR? In salad dressing??" Don't fret, I only add a little bit to balance out the acidity of the mustard and vinegar. Honey, maple syrup or agave are all perfectly acceptable subs.
    • Salt & Pepper - Don't forget your seasoning, people!
    warm purple potato salad in white serving dish with a garnish of soft boiled eggs

    How to Roast Purple Potatoes?

    Scrub the purple potatoes to remove dirt, rinse well and let dry.

    Pre-heat the oven at 400°F. Cut the potatoes into ¾ to 1 inch pieces. and transfer to a large bowl. Drizzle 2 tablespoons olive oil, season with salt, freshly ground pepper and toss well.

    Spread out the tossed potatoes in even layer on to parchment lined baking sheet pan. Roast for 35-40 minutes (or until fork tender), flipping every 15 minutes.

    four step collage of roasting purple potatoes - chopping, tossing, spreading on a sheet tray and baking

    How to Make Warm Potato Salad

    While the potatoes are roasting, we will make a simple dijon vinaigrette dressing. In a jar, add the remaining olive oil, garlic, dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, pepper and sugar. Close the lid and shake until emulsified. Set it aside.

    two step collage of dijon dressing ingredients added to a jar, and, after shaking the vinaigrette

    Take potatoes out of the oven, allow to cool for few minutes, and then transfer to to a serving bowl.

    Add sliced red onion, parsley, green onions, and the prepared dressing (reserve some for serving on side), toss well.

    potatoes, onions and parsley added to a serving dish with dressing

    Scatter the boiled eggs across the top and season with salt and pepper. Serve warm and enjoy!

    tossed purple potato salad in a serving bowl topped with wedges of jammy eggs

    FAQs

    What can I substitute purple potatoes with?

    Any variety of purple potatoes will work, not just the Peruvian type. If you can't find purple potatoes, I recommend a wax potato like Yukon Golds as a substitute.

    Do I need to peel the purple potato?

    Nope! While you can if you prefer, the skin of potatoes has a lot of nutrients and fiber. I keep mine on.

    Do purple potatoes taste different than regular potatoes?

    Purple potatoes are slightly denser and a bit nuttier flavored than regular white or yellow potatoes. For the most part, though, they are perfectly interchangeable.

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    Roasted Purple Potato Salad Recipe

    If you're in the market for a purple potato recipe, you've come to the right place! This Roasted Purple Potato Salad may look fancy, but it has all the cozy, carb-y charm of everyone's favorite side. With an eye-catching color and a vinegar based dressing, this elegantly healthy riff on barbecue fare is all dressed up for holiday entertaining.
    Course Salad, Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Diet Dairy-Free, Gluten Free, Nut-free
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 40 minutes
    Total Time 50 minutes
    Servings 6
    Calories 222kcal
    Author Farrukh Aziz

    Ingredients
     

    • 1½ lb Purple Potatoes
    • 4 tablespoons Olive Oil (divided)
    • Salt and Freshly Ground Pepper to taste
    • ⅓ cup Red Onion (thinly sliced)
    • ¼ cup Parsley (finely chopped)
    • ⅓ cup Green Onions (chopped)
    • 4 Eggs (boiled, peeled and quartered)

    For Dressing

    • 1 large Garlic Clove (minced)
    • 1½ teaspoons Dijon Mustard
    • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
    • ¼ teaspoon Salt
    • Freshly Ground Pepper
    • ¾ teaspoon Sugar
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    Instructions

    • Scrub the purple potatoes to remove dirt, rinse well and let it dry.
    • Pre-heat the oven at 400°F. Cut the potatoes into ¾ to 1 inch pieces. and transfer to a large bowl. Drizzle 2 tablespoons olive oil, season with salt, freshly ground pepper and toss well.
    • Spread out the tossed potatoes in even layer on to parchment lined baking sheet pan. Roast for 35-40 minutes or until fork tender flipping every 15 minutes.
    • While the purple potatoes are roasting in the oven, we will make simple dijon dressing. In a jar, add the remaining olive oil, garlic, dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, pepper and sugar. Close the lid and shake until emulsified. Set it aside.
    • Take it out of the oven, allow to cool for few minutes, and then transfer to to a serving bowl.
    • Add sliced red onion, parsley, green onions, and the prepared dressing (reserve some for serving on side), toss well.
    • Place the boiled eggs and season it with some salt and pepper.
    • Serve warm as is for a main meal or alongside with grilled steaks, fish or chicken!

    Notes

    Ingredient Notes:
    • Purple Potatoes - There are several varieties of purple potatoes on the market these days. Any variety will work just fine in this recipe; I opted to use the Peruvian variety. In the event that you can't find purple potatoes, any waxy variety will work. I prefer Yukon Gold if possible.
    • Boiled Eggs - A perfect 7 minute egg is my ideal boiled egg - bright, saffron yellow yolks that are jammy while the yolks are set? Yum! Feel free to boil longer if you prefer a pale yellow yolk instead.
    • Red Onions - If you want to remove some of the bite of the alliums, give the slices a quick 10 minute soak in cool water. Drain thoroughly and then add to the salad as instructed. Sweet yellow onions will also work as a substitute if necessary.
    • Green Onions - Contrary to what you may think, both the greens and whites of green onions are edible. Use both for maximum color impact.
    • Garlic - In a pinch, you can swap in ΒΌ teaspoon of garlic powder instead.
    • Parsley - Fresh parsley adds even more color to this warm potato salad, plus a nice, lemony brightness. Either curly or flat Italian parsley will work just fine here.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 222kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 163mg | Potassium: 566mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 428IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 2mg
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    1. Hayley Dhanecha

      October 18, 2021 at 3:00 am

      These are simple and delicious. very different from how we normally cook our potatoes in Indian cuisine. Lovely share.

      Reply
      • Farrukh Aziz

        October 23, 2021 at 1:35 pm

        Thank you Hayley πŸ™‚ .

        Reply
    2. LaKita

      October 17, 2021 at 10:18 pm

      5 stars
      This purple potato salad is so delicious and perfect for me, because I love potatoes and any recipe where I can use them πŸ™‚

      Reply
      • Farrukh Aziz

        October 23, 2021 at 1:35 pm

        Thank you so much Lakita πŸ™‚ .

        Reply
    3. Enriqueta E Lemoine

      October 17, 2021 at 8:46 pm

      5 stars
      Beautiful purple potato salad. I need to find those potatoes to replicate your creation.

      Reply
      • Farrukh Aziz

        October 23, 2021 at 1:36 pm

        Thank you Enriqueta, glad to know that! πŸ™‚

        Reply
    4. Jenny

      October 17, 2021 at 10:23 am

      5 stars
      This is lovely! Your recipe is easy and fuss-free, beautiful in color, and healthy. Love your purple potato salad! Β Thanks so much; we will definitely make it.Β 

      Reply
      • Farrukh Aziz

        October 23, 2021 at 1:37 pm

        Thank you very much for the lovely words of appreciations Jenny! πŸ™‚

        Reply
    5. Marisa Franca

      October 17, 2021 at 8:48 am

      5 stars
      I have purple potatoes on my grocery list. I DO agree with you about keeping the skins on -- we prefer it that way. This coming weekend we're having a family gathering and this recipe is just what I wanted to make -- a little bit different of a recipe with color. I can't wait to serve it -- I know they'll love it.

      Reply
      • Farrukh Aziz

        October 23, 2021 at 1:35 pm

        Thanks Marisa, happy to hear that! πŸ™‚

        Reply
    6. Linda

      October 17, 2021 at 12:20 am

      5 stars
      Been wanting to do something different with purple potato and this recipe is so delicious

      Reply
      • Farrukh Aziz

        October 23, 2021 at 1:37 pm

        Thank you Linda. πŸ™‚

        Reply
    7. Jessica

      October 15, 2021 at 8:50 pm

      I’m gonna have to see if I can get my hands in some purple potatoes so I can make this salad. The dressing sounds amazing and those eggs are perfect!

      Reply
    8. Susan Pridmore

      October 13, 2021 at 11:24 pm

      5 stars
      Warm potato salads are the BEST, and your's is gorgeous. I had no idea about the health benefits of purple potatoes - that they have the same antioxidants as blueberries, and a lower GI than yellow potatoes. I need to pick some up, next time I see them at the market.

      Reply
      • Farrukh Aziz

        October 23, 2021 at 1:39 pm

        Thank you very much Susan, glad you like it! πŸ™‚

        Reply
    9. Marie

      October 13, 2021 at 7:03 pm

      5 stars
      Purple potatoes are so spectacular! The colors in this salad are truly striking. I'm totally seeing this dish as part of a holiday spread, but my favorite idea would be to serve it for brunch! This salad would be a delicious conversation starter πŸ™‚

      Reply
    10. veenaazmanov

      October 13, 2021 at 2:14 pm

      5 stars
      Something different and colorful. Potatoes are yum and this salad is surely perfect with the dressing.

      Reply

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