The inspiration for this recipe comes from Kim at the Ungourmet. Last week, she posted a WARM POTATO SALAD WITH LEMON AND FRESH HERBS. her photo looked scrumptious and the description forced the recipe to the top of my "need to make soon" file. The recipe (my interpretation anyway) did not disappoint in the least. Served warm was a novel twist, and paired well with my fish and blue cheese asparagus. A necessary component to a terrific meal.
I of course made a few changes... Here's my version of Kim's excellent recipe...
1/4 cup not your Grandmother's HERBES de PROVENCE
..... Follow the link to my recipe for a handy herb mixture
3/4 cup Mayonnaise
Juice from 1 Lemon
1 TBS Lemon Zest
1 TBS Balsamic Vinegar
1/2 cup Ricotta Cheese
The cheese was a big departure from the original recipe. But I thought it would add a little zip. Also, I happened to have some baking potatoes on hand, instead of the originally called for red potatoes. I used what was on hand, and it all worked fine. I always leave the peal on the potato when I make a salad. Just more roughage (handy at my age). I also think it adds to the texture and look of the recipe.
Mix all of the ingredients together except the potatoes. Once that is well mixed, add 1/3rd of the mixture to 1/3rd of the potatoes. Fold the mixture in without over mixing. Repeat with the next third, again, being careful to not over mix the potatoes. You are making potato salad, not flavored mashed potatoes. Using the same method, fold in the last of the mix with the last of the potatoes.
It was a winner! And come back tomorrow to see what I did with the leftovers!
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I like warm potato salad - it doesnt get much play typically - looks good!
ReplyDeleteI love your changes with the ricotta and that most excellent herb blend. Nice!
ReplyDeleteI've been thinking about potato salad. It's still a bit nippy here in colorado, so I may take this warm version to a bbq next weekend.
ReplyDeleteGreat recipes on your blog!
Warm and ricotta-filled. Does it get any better? Um. No.
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice version of potato salad. Gotta love ricotta and warm! I'm saving this recipe too.
ReplyDeleteThis sounds great. I too love a good room temp Potato Salad. (usually a german one)Think I'll have to try this one. Love the addition of ricotta.Say cheese. Please ;D
ReplyDeleteWow, this warm potato salad sure looks very tasty with ricotta, what a great idea...great as a side dish :-)
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see what you do with the leftovers!
ReplyDeleteLove the addition of ricotta Dave- I wouldn't have thought of that, but it sure looks delicious!
ReplyDeleteI fell in love with warm potato salad a few years ago when Robert of White Trash BBQ convinced me to try one with jalapeno, feta cheese, black olives, and a vinaigrette.
ReplyDeleteI like the ricotta, very nice touch, Dave.
I love warm potato salad - I think this is going to get cooked up this week while the weather is great to go along with some bbq'd chicken.
ReplyDeleteI've never been one for warm potato salad but this looks tempting. I certainly wouldn't turn it down. Well done, Dave.
ReplyDeleteAs soon as I get re-settled I'm going to make some of those herbs and try this potato salad!
ReplyDeleteI am a potato lover for sure. My hubby grew up with rice as a side and I grew up with potatoes. This one will please us both. Lookin’ good!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds so good! Something to try as the bbq / pool party season begins to open! :)
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