Patates Salatasi – Turkish Potato Salad Recipe
Patates Salatasi is a traditional Turkish potato salad featuring tender boiled potatoes mixed with fresh vegetables and a vibrant dressing made of olive oil, lemon juice, and spices like sumac and red chili flakes. This refreshing salad is perfect as a side dish, combining the earthiness of potatoes with bright, zesty flavors and a hint of spice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Turkish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
- 2 pounds potatoes
- 5 stalks green onions, chopped
- 1 medium carrot, grated
- 1 medium onion (red or white), thinly sliced
- 4 leaves Romaine lettuce, chopped
- ½ cup parsley, chopped
For the Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium lemon, juiced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons sumac
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes (pul biber)
Instructions
- Cook the Potatoes: Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover them with water. Add a teaspoon of salt and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, partially cover the pot, and cook for 20-30 minutes until the potatoes are tender but not overly soft. Drain and rinse the potatoes in cold water for 3 minutes, then drain again.
- Prepare the Potatoes: While still slightly warm, peel the potatoes and chop into large chunks. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
- Add Vegetables: Add in the chopped green onions, grated carrot, thinly sliced onion, chopped Romaine lettuce, and parsley to the bowl with the potatoes.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, salt, black pepper, sumac, and red chili flakes until well combined.
- Combine and Serve: Pour the dressing over the potato and vegetable mixture. Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly. Serve immediately or refrigerate to chill before serving.
Notes
- You can use baby potatoes and leave their skins on; reduce cooking time to around 15 minutes.
- Peeling potatoes when slightly warm makes the process easier.
- Always taste and adjust salt levels before serving.
- Optionally, add sliced boiled eggs for extra protein and texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
Keywords: Turkish potato salad, Patates Salatasi, potato salad recipe, Turkish cuisine, healthy salad, vegetarian salad
