French Pommes Vinaigrette
French Pommes Vinaigrette, or 'potatoes vinaigrette,' is a classic French potato salad where boiled potatoes are tossed in a simple, tangy vinaigrette. Unlike creamy potato salads, it typically features potatoes, onions, herbs like parsley, and a dressing made from vinegar, mustard, and olive oil. It's a staple of French bistro cuisine and home cooking.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is primarily a source of carbohydrates from the potatoes, with healthy fats from the olive oil. It provides a good amount of potassium and vitamin C, and a typical serving contains roughly 200-250 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Protein | 3.5 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 9 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 350 mg |
| Potassium | 620 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg |
| Magnesium | 35 mg |
| Phosphorus | 80 mg |
| Manganese | 0.4 mg |
| Folate | 25 mcg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a lighter, brighter alternative to mayonnaise-based salads, often served alongside grilled meats or as part of a summer buffet. Nutritionally, the vinegar-based dressing can help with the glycemic response compared to starchier preparations.
