Sicilian Potato Salad - Insalata Pantesca
Try this traditional Sicilian potato salad recipe with potatoes, tomatoes, capers, and red onion. An easy Italian summer salad full of flavor!
Serving: 4
Calories: 382kcal
Ingredients
- 1 kg yellow potatoes, approx 2.2 lb
- 20 cherry tomatoes, approx 9 oz
- 1 medium red onion
- 6 fresh basil leaves
- 100 g black olives, approx ⅔ cup
- 1 tablespoon salt-preserved capers
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, optional
- Fine sea salt: to taste
Instructions
- Peel the potatoes and cut them into bite-sized cubes. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil, add the potatoes, and cook for 7–8 minutes, or until just tender. Drain well and set aside to cool slightly before assembling the salad.
- Meanwhile, halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the red onion, and tear the basil leaves. Add them all to a large serving bowl and set aside.
- Add the black olives, rinsed capers, oregano, extra-virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar (if using) and a pinch of sea salt to the bowl. Mix gently to combine.
- Add the warm potatoes and carefully toss everything together until evenly coated with the dressing.
- Let the salad rest for 10–15 minutes before serving, allowing the potatoes to absorb all the flavors.
- Serve at room temperature as a light main dish or alongside grilled fish, seafood, or meat.
Notes
- Authentic Insalata Pantesca is made with salt-cured Pantelleria capers, which give the salad its signature flavor.
- Serve at room temperature for the best taste.
- Perfect alongside grilled fish, seafood, chicken, or barbecue dishes.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
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Nutrition
Calories: 382kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Sodium: 472mg | Potassium: 1303mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 562IU | Vitamin C: 71mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 3mg
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.