French Salade de Pommes de Terre
French Salade de Pommes de Terre is a classic French potato salad that typically features boiled potatoes, a vinaigrette-based dressing, and additions like onions, herbs, and sometimes pickles or capers. Unlike many American versions, it often omits mayonnaise, relying on the tang of mustard and vinegar. It is a staple side dish found in bistros and homes throughout France.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is primarily a source of carbohydrates from the potatoes, with a moderate amount of fat from the oil-based dressing. It provides key nutrients like potassium and vitamin C from the potatoes and antioxidants from the herbs, with a rough calorie ballpark of 200-300 kcal per serving.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Carbs | 35 g |
| Fat | 11 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 450 mg |
| Potassium | 620 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
| Phosphorus | 80 mg |
| Manganese | 0.4 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Folate | 25 µg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a quintessential bistro side, often served at room temperature to let the flavors meld, making it perfect for picnics. Nutritionally, the vinaigrette dressing helps the body absorb fat-soluble vitamins from any added vegetables, and the vinegar can aid in blood sugar regulation after the starchy meal.
