Italian Potato Salad, Gorgonzola, and Orange Balsamic Dressing

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1
Italian Potato Salad with Gorgonzola and Orange Balsamic Dressing
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Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs potatoes ( red potatoes preferred , medium-sized , quartered )
1 - 1 1/2 lb green beans ( young slender beans ~ snapped in half , or substitute tender asparagus , sugar snap peas , or snow peas )
4 large plum tomatoes ( quartered )
2 small shallots ( minced )
24 kalamata olives ( pitted , drained , dried , and halved )
2 tablespoons capers ( rinsed and dried )
1/4 cup fresh basil ( chopped )
1/4 cup of fresh mint ( chopped )
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
6 tablespoons olive oil ( extra-virgin )
orange zest ( zest of one medium-sized orange )
orange juice ( juice of one medium-sized orange )
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 ounces gorgonzola ( crumbled )
fresh ground black pepper
salt ( to taste )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8-10
Calories
235
Sugar
4g
Fat
15g
This Italian Potato Salad with Gorgonzola and Orange Balsamic Dressing is a delicious and unique twist on traditional potato salad. The combination of crispy potatoes, tender green beans, juicy tomatoes, tangy olives, and rich gorgonzola cheese creates a flavor explosion in your mouth. The orange balsamic dressing adds a tangy sweetness to the salad and brings out the earthy flavors of the herbs. Overall, this dish is perfect for a summer barbecue, picnic, or any occasion that calls for a light and refreshing salad.

Instructions

1.Add potatoes to a large pot of boiling salted water and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
2.Drain the potatoes from the water and transfer them to a large bowl.
3.Add the cooked green beans, quartered tomatoes, minced shallots, kalamata olives, capers, chopped basil, and chopped mint to the bowl. Toss the ingredients together.
4.In a separate bowl, mix the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, orange zest, orange juice, dried oregano, and crumbled gorgonzola cheese to create the dressing.
5.Pour the dressing over the potato salad, and mix well to combine.
6.Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

PROS

This Italian Potato Salad with Gorgonzola and Orange Balsamic Dressing is a delicious and unique twist on traditional potato salad.

The combination of flavors makes this dish stand out and impress your guests.

This salad is also a great source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

CONS

This recipe includes gorgonzola cheese which may not be suitable for everyone.

The grooves on the gorgonzola cheese can cause mold growth if not stored correctly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Potatoes are a great source of complex carbohydrates, fiber, and potassium. They are also high in vitamin C, vitamin B6, and iron.
Green beans are low in calories, high in fiber, and a good source of many vitamins and minerals. They are especially high in vitamin K.
Kalamata olives, capers, and fresh herbs are all low in calories and high in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties.
Balsamic vinegar is known to lower cholesterol and improve heart health. It also has antioxidant properties that can help improve digestion and reduce inflammation.

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