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    Grainy Mustard Potato Salad

    Published: Jul 20, 2017 / Updated: May 19, 2020 / 16 Comments

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    This grainy mustard potato salad is a fantastic side dish that contains only a handful of ingredients and comes together quickly. It's mayo-free and makes a light but flavor-packed side to any main course.

    vegan grainy mustard potato salad in a bowl

    The colors in this delicious potato salad make me happy.

    This recipe is also reallllly easy, but it is so flavorful and looks really pretty on any table.

    close-up of vegetarian mustard potato and radish salad in a bowl

    I highly recommend using Maille old style mustard for this. It just has such a wonderful flavor that isn't too intense, and I actually forgot how good it was. I bought some especially for this recipe, and I plan on always having it in my vast mustard collection from now on (yeah, I have one of those. I could collect worse things, right?). 😛

    healthy grainy mustard potato salad in a bowl

    If you're like me and radishes aren't your favorite thing, I've got good news for you. Slicing them paper-thin (using a mandoline), takes out that harsh radish-y flavor that some people don't like. You're left with these lovely colorful rings that add nice flavor, some texture, and visual interest to this dish.

    The chives add a pop of green and more fabulous flavor to this healthy potato salad. I definitely snuck a few bites while making it. This potato salad also happens to be vegetarian AND vegan, an outcome that I didn't plan for, but is a bonus in my book since everyone can eat it.

    The happy colors, simple ingredients, and easy assembly make this an ideal side dish to bring to any summer gathering or backyard BBQ. You can even make it ahead of time.

    Hope you love this easy mustard potato salad!

    You may also like my potato and green bean salad or my chimichurri potato salad if you're into mayo-free potato salads.

    close-up of potato salad with grainy mustard dressing

    Will you give this mustard potato salad recipe a try? Made it already?

    Talk to me in the comments!

    This grainy mustard potato salad is a fantastic side dish that contains only a handful of ingredients and comes together quickly. It's vegan, vegetarian, and full of flavor!

    Grainy Mustard Potato Salad

    A simple potato salad with a grainy mustard vinaigrette.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Inactive time: 30 mins
    Total Time 1 hr
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4
    Calories 241 kcal
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    Ingredients
     

    • 1.5 pounds little potatoes cut into halves
    • Small bunch radishes sliced paper-thin
    • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped

    Dressing:

    • 3 heaping tablespoons grainy mustard
    • 1 tablespoon chives chopped
    • 3 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
    • Salt & pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Cut potatoes in half then boil them until they're knife tender (about 15-20 minutes). 
    • In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients together. Pop the bowl in the fridge until needed.
    • Slice the radishes using the thinnest setting on a mandoline and chop the parlsey.
    • Drain the potatoes well and let them cool for about 30 minutes. Toss the salad. Give it a taste and add a bit more salt & pepper if needed. Serve immediately or let it chill in the fridge for a few hours. 

    Notes

    • Make sure you add enough salt to this potato salad - it can really kick potatoes up a notch. 
    • This is the mandoline slicer I used for this recipe.
    • I recommend using Maille old style whole grain mustard in this recipe. 
    • Serves 4+
    • Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy only and should be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. Ingredients can vary and Salt & Lavender makes no guarantees to the accuracy of this information.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 241kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 4gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 161mgPotassium: 864mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 117IUVitamin C: 44mgCalcium: 41mgIron: 2mg
    Keyword grainy mustard potato salad, mayo-free potato salad
    Author Natasha Bull
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    1. Isadora Guidoni says

      July 25, 2017 at 1:23 PM

      5 stars
      I love potato salads, so I'm really curious to see what this grainy mustard vinaigrette is all about. Thank you for sharing the recipe, I'm going to try it tomorrow =)

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        July 25, 2017 at 2:43 PM

        I hope you love it, Isadora!!

        Reply
    2. Pamela (BrooklynFarmGirl) says

      July 21, 2017 at 7:07 PM

      This potato salad looks delicious!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        July 22, 2017 at 3:24 AM

        Thanks!!

        Reply
    3. Katherine | Love In My Oven says

      July 21, 2017 at 4:07 PM

      I actually love radishes! I've never thought to include it in potato salad though. Brilliant idea!!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        July 21, 2017 at 4:22 PM

        Thank you! Yeah, it just came to me. I hadn't done it before either.

        Reply
    4. Tieghan says

      July 20, 2017 at 10:06 PM

      YUMMMMM! I love any recipe revolving around potatoes, so this salad sounds awesome!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        July 21, 2017 at 3:07 AM

        Thanks, Tieghan! Me too haha.

        Reply
    5. Jennifer @ Show Me the Yummy says

      July 20, 2017 at 7:01 PM

      Potato and pasta salads are literally my favorite thing about summer 😉

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        July 21, 2017 at 3:06 AM

        Thanks, Jennifer!!

        Reply
    6. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

      July 20, 2017 at 10:04 AM

      I would not have thought to add the radishes! Great addition for crunch!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        July 20, 2017 at 10:11 AM

        Thank you! 💕

        Reply
    7. Matt says

      July 20, 2017 at 9:41 AM

      This is the perfect summer side for my backyard BBQ this weekend!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        July 20, 2017 at 9:47 AM

        Thanks, Matt! Let me know if you try it.

        Reply
    8. Natasha's Sister says

      July 20, 2017 at 8:55 AM

      Ok you are definitely making this for our annual picnic, right?

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        July 20, 2017 at 9:05 AM

        You're going to have to narrow your selections down a bit.

        Reply

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