Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 lb

red potatoes

scrubbed, unpeeled, boiled

4 unit

eggs

hard-boiled

1 cup

red onion

sliced thin

1 lb

Baby Spinach

stemmed, washed and dried

1 cup

fresh basil leaf

torn

2 cup

chickpeas

cooked

4 unit

anchovies

mashed

1 unit

lemon

juiced

12 tbsp

Dijon mustard

0.75 cup

extra virgin olive oil

4 cloves

garlic

mashed

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

Step 1
~3 min

Boil red potatoes until tender.

Step 2
~3 min

Halve or slice potatoes depending on size.

Step 3
~3 min

Keep the cooked potatoes warm.

Step 4
~3 min

Hard-boil eggs and slice into quarters.

Step 5
~3 min

Thinly slice red onion.

Step 6
~3 min

Wash and dry baby spinach.

Step 7
~3 min

Tear fresh basil leaves.

Step 8
~3 min

Prepare cooked chickpeas (or drain canned chickpeas).

Step 9
~3 min

Mash anchovies.

Step 10
~3 min

Juice lemon.

Step 11
~3 min

Mash garlic cloves.

Step 12
~3 min

In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, Dijon mustard, mashed garlic, and mashed anchovies.

Step 13
~3 min

Slowly drizzle in extra virgin olive oil while whisking continuously to create an emulsion.

Step 14
~3 min

In a large bowl, combine warm potatoes, red onion, chickpeas, and torn basil.

Step 15
~3 min

Pour the lemon-Dijon dressing over the potato mixture and toss gently to coat.

Step 16
~3 min

Arrange baby spinach leaves on four serving plates.

Step 17
~3 min

Place four egg quarters on each spinach bed.

Step 18
~3 min

Mound the potato salad mixture on top of the spinach and egg.

Step 19
~3 min

Serve immediately or chill slightly.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of Dijon mustard to taste.

For a creamier salad, add a tablespoon or two of mayonnaise.

Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish at picnics or barbecues.

Pair with grilled meats or fish.

Enjoy as a light lunch.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled Chicken
Hamburgers
Hot Dogs
Salmon

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

A classic side dish for summer gatherings and potlucks.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

4th of July
Memorial Day
Labor Day

Occasion Tags

Picnic
Barbecue
Potluck
Summer Party

Popularity Score

70/100