Lemon Dill Potato Salad Recipe: No Mayo, Fresh & Light!
This Lemon Dill Potato Salad is a refreshing twist on a classic side dish, bursting with zesty lemon and aromatic dill, all without any mayonnaise. Perfect for summer gatherings or a light weeknight dinner, it’s sure to please everyone at the table!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds waxy potatoes (Yukon Gold, red bliss, or new potatoes)
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1 lemon (zest and juice)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/2 cup celery, finely diced
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1-2 tablespoons capers
- Optional: a handful of thinly sliced green onions
Instructions
- Wash the potatoes thoroughly and cut them into uniform 1-inch pieces.
- Place the cut potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water by about an inch. Add a generous tablespoon of salt and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce to a simmer and cook until fork-tender, about 10-15 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes in a colander and let them sit for a few minutes to steam dry.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, and chopped fresh dill. Season generously with salt and black pepper.
- Gently add the slightly cooled potatoes to the bowl with the dressing and toss until evenly coated.
- Stir in the finely diced red onion and celery, gently folding them into the potato mixture.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
- Before serving, give the salad another gentle stir and garnish with fresh dill if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Choose waxy potatoes for the best texture. Don't overcook the potatoes, and dress them while warm for better flavor absorption. Always use fresh dill and lemon for the best taste.