What to cook with potatoes for the New Year: 10 recipes for unusual holiday salads from all over the world

The New Year holidays are coming soon, and traditionally, the usual salads like Olivier and herring under a fur coat appear on holiday tables. However, to diversify the holiday menu and take a new look at familiar ingredients, there are many other interesting recipes.

That is why “Pryamiy” has put together a selection of unusual potato salads for your table.

As is known, potatoes remain one of the key ingredients of the New Year’s table due to their satiety and versatility. The selection presents both interpretations of well-known salads and less familiar options without mayonnaise, with fish, herbs and dressings based on oil or yogurt.

Special attention is paid to salads, which can be served both cold and warm, as well as dishes suitable for a vegetarian menu.

Potato, pea and mint salad

A refreshing potato salad with a creamy yogurt dressing, green peas, and mint. Light and flavorful, it’s perfect as a snack or side dish for a holiday table.

Ingredients;

• Potatoes – 1 kg;
• Green peas (frozen) – 2 ½ cups;
• Edamame beans – 2 ½ cups;
• Pistachios – ¾ cup;
• Feta cheese – 200 g;
• Greek yogurt – 250 ml;
• Mint – to taste;
• Salt – to taste;
• Water – as needed.

Cooking method:

1. Boil the potatoes until cooked, cool and cut into thick slices.
2. Cook the peas and edamame in salted boiling water for 2–3 minutes, then cool.
3. Place potatoes, peas, edamame, feta, pistachios, and mint leaves in a large bowl.
4. Add Greek yogurt, salt to taste, and mix gently before serving.

French potato salad with vinaigrette

Potato salad without mayonnaise with a light sourness and aromatic dressing based on wine, lemon juice and mustard. Suitable as a side dish for fish or meat.

Ingredients:

• Potatoes – 1 ½ kg;
• Dry white wine – ¼ cup;
• Olive oil – ¾ cup;
• Dijon mustard – 1 tsp;
• Lemon juice – 2 tbsp. l.;
• Shallots – 2 pcs.;
• Garlic – 1 clove;
• Capers – 2 tbsp. L.;
• Parsley – 2 tbsp. l.;
• Salt – to taste;
• Pepper – to taste;

Cooking method:

1. Boil the potatoes in their skins until soft and cool slightly.
2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, wine, lemon juice, mustard, salt, and pepper.
3. Finely chop the shallot and garlic, add to the dressing.
4. Chop the potatoes, add to the sauce along with the capers and herbs, and mix gently.

German potato salad with bacon

Warm potato salad with crispy bacon and sweet and sour dressing. A hearty dish that is often served as a stand-alone dish.

Ingredients:

• Potatoes – 3 cups;
• Bacon – 4 slices;
• Onion – 1 pc.;
• Vinegar – ¼ cup;
• Water – 2 tbsp. l.;
• Sugar – 1 ½ tbsp. l.;
• Salt – 1 tsp;
• Black pepper – to taste;
• Parsley – for serving.

Cooking method:

1. Boil the potatoes until cooked, cool and chop.
2. Fry the bacon until crispy, set aside.
3. Fry the finely chopped onion in the bacon fat.
4. Add vinegar, water, sugar, salt and pepper, bring to a boil.
5. Add potatoes and some bacon, heat for a few minutes.
6. Before serving, sprinkle with herbs and remaining bacon.

Simple salad of new potatoes and green onions

A light salad of new potatoes with a delicate dressing, herbs, and a light sourness. Suitable for everyday and festive menus.

Ingredients:

• New potatoes – 500 g;
• Lemon juice – from ½ lemon;
• Olive oil – 2 tbsp. l.;
• Honey – 1 tsp;
• Green onions – 2 pcs.;
• Mayonnaise – 2 tbsp. l.;
• Grainy mustard – 1 tbsp. l.;
• Parsley – 2 tbsp. l.;
• Salt – to taste;
• Pepper – to taste.

Cooking method:

1. Boil the potatoes until soft, cool and cut in half.
2. In a bowl, mix lemon juice, olive oil, honey, and mustard.
3. Add mayonnaise, herbs and onion.
4. Add the potatoes, salt, pepper and mix gently.

Potato salad without mayonnaise with mint

A light and aromatic salad without mayonnaise with notes of mint and citrus. Perfect for a summer or holiday table.

Ingredients:

• Potatoes – 900 g;
• Olive oil – ½ cup;
• Lemon juice – from 1 lemon;
• Shallots – ½ cup;
• Green onions – to taste;
• Mint – ¼ cup;
• Salt – 1 ½ tsp.;
• Chili pepper – optional.

Cooking method:

1. Boil the potatoes until cooked and cut into cubes.
2. Mix olive oil with lemon juice, salt and spices.
3. Add potatoes, shallots, green onions, and mint.
4. Stir and let steep before serving.

Greek potato salad

Potato salad with feta, olives, and capers. It has a bright Mediterranean flavor and a delicate texture.

Ingredients:

• Potatoes – 1 kg;
• Feta cheese – ½ cup;
• Pitted olives – ¼ cup;
• Red onion – ¼ pc.;
• Shallots – 2 pcs.;
• Celery – 2 stalks;
• Capers – 1 tbsp. L.;
• Dill – 2 tbsp. l.;
• Parsley – 2 tbsp. l.;

Cooking method:

1. Boil the potatoes, cool and chop.
2. Chop vegetables and herbs.
3. Combine all ingredients in a bowl.
4. Season with oil and mix gently.

Potato salad with tuna and aioli sauce

A hearty potato and tuna salad with a delicate garlic sauce. Perfect as a main course.

Ingredients:

• Potatoes – 600 g;
• Tuna – 80 g;
• Parsley – to taste;
• Green peas – optional;
• Garlic – 1–2 cloves;
• Egg yolks – 2 pcs.;
• Olive oil – 150 ml;
• Lemon juice – to taste;

Cooking method:

1. Boil the potatoes and cut into cubes.
2. Add tuna and herbs.
3. Make the aioli by whisking the egg yolks with garlic, oil, and lemon juice.
4. Dress the salad with the sauce and mix.

Classic potato salad with herbs

Homemade potato salad with herbs and a simple dressing. A versatile option for any table.

Ingredients:

• New potatoes – 500 g;
• Mayonnaise – 2 tbsp. l.;
• Green onions – 2 pcs.;
• Mustard – 1 tbsp. l.;
• Parsley – 2 tbsp. l.;
• Lemon juice – from ½ lemon;

Cooking method:

1. Boil the potatoes and cool.
2. Chop and mix with mayonnaise and mustard.
3. Add herbs and lemon juice, mix.

Herring under a fur coat in the form of rolls

An original presentation of a classic salad in the form of nori rolls. A convenient format for a festive table.

Ingredients:

• Potatoes – 2 pcs.;
• Beets – 1 pc.;
• Carrot – 1 pc.;
• Lightly salted herring – 1 fillet;
• Mayonnaise – to taste;
• Nori sheets — 2–3 pcs.;

Cooking method:

1. Boil the vegetables, cool and grate on a fine grater.
2. Finely chop the herring.
3. Place potatoes on a sheet of nori and spread with mayonnaise.
4. Add herring, carrots, and beets, and roll up.
5. Cut into portioned pieces.

These dishes are a great way to diversify your holiday table and get away from the usual New Year’s salads. Potatoes in these recipes are revealed in a new way thanks to various dressings, spices, and combinations with fish, herbs, or cheese.

Such dishes are suitable for both a large feast and a small family dinner. They are easy to prepare, look appetizing, and allow you to make the holiday menu more diverse and modern.

Recall that in Ukraine, in the second decade of December, food prices are expected to rise before Christmas and New Year . According to economist Oleg Pendzin, the price increase will affect key products for the holiday table.

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