Potato Salad with Peas and Mint

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Potato Salad with Peas and Mint

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This delicious potato salad brings together new potatoes, peas, and Prosciutto tossed with a light yogurt mint dressing, an excellent compliment to just about any meat dishes.
It is best served warm or at room temperature or if making ahead, place in the fridge. When ready to serve, bring to room temperature and fold in a few extra tablespoons of yogurt dressing.

Potato Salad with Peas and Mint

adapted from Chow

500 g New potatoes, scrubbed
Salt
50 g Prosciutto
1 Small shallot, thinly sliced
Freshly ground black pepper
120 g Frozen peas
2 tbsp Plain yogurt
2 tbsp Milk
2 tbsp Fresh mint leaves, finely chopped

Place the potatoes in a large pot filled with salted water and bring to a boil over high heat. Once the water boils, reduce the heat to medium and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain the potatoes and set aside until cool enough to handle.
Meanwhile, cook the Prosciutto in a large frying pan or cast iron skillet until well browned and crispy, about 10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to a paper-towel-lined plate.
Return the pan, with the bacon fat, to the stove over medium heat and add the shallot. Season well with salt and pepper and cook until softened, about 2 minutes. Add the peas and cook until tender, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and transfer to a large bowl to cool.
Once the potatoes are cool, cut into large dice and add to the pea mixture. Add the yogurt, milk, mint, and the Prosciutto and fold until the potatoes are well coated. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Serve at room temperature.

152 comments:

OohLookBel 13/7/12 06:19: Another delicious salad, Angie - and prosciutto is a bit classier than bacon, isn't it, though just as tasty.
Jean | Delightful Repast 13/7/12 06:22: Angie, that's beautiful! I think the peas and mint really add a refreshing quality to the potato salad. I keep meaning to start a pot of mint, but so far haven't managed to--can't quite decide which kind to grow.
Gerry @Foodness Gracious 13/7/12 07:59: Beautiful, I love the chunky potatoes in their and peas and mint is always a winner..
Great job as usual ::)
Rosa's Yummy Yums 13/7/12 08:04: A delicious salad and great combination! I could eat this kind of food on a weekly basis...

Cheers,

Rosa
kitchen flavours 13/7/12 08:16: Looks delicious! My family loves potato salads! This would be gone in no time at all!
Anonymous 13/7/12 08:27: These sound delightful!
Divya A 13/7/12 09:06: Looks creamy!! You have loads of good recipes here!! Glad to follow you :)
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baker in disguise 13/7/12 10:23: I really like the sound of this salad.. have been looking for a salad with potatoes and bacon.. and I like the addition of yoghurt and milk instead of cream!!! defnitely gonna gve this a go!!
Edith 13/7/12 10:56: All I want to do is dig in.
Choc Chip Uru @ Go Bake Yourself 13/7/12 11:00: This salad calls my name my friend :D

Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
Ali 13/7/12 11:09: That looks soooo good! Am going to have to remember this one!
Srividhya Ravikumar 13/7/12 11:28: unique combo..
Kit @ i-lostinausten 13/7/12 11:29: Yum! I love this combination of salad. Simply perfect for a summer day! :)
Unknown 13/7/12 11:32: I love the combination of peas and mint. And there's no mayo! This is a delicious looking potato salad.
Belinda @zomppa 13/7/12 12:06: Such a classic for a weekend picnic!
Fern @ To Food With Love 13/7/12 12:07: Like the mint in the potato salad....and yoghurt too. Sounds yum!
Baker Street 13/7/12 12:08: I love a good potato salad. Love that you added peas and mint to it! :)
Ellen B Cookery 13/7/12 13:01: I love the colours in this dish, but most of all the combined flavours sound delicious! YUM!
Alida 13/7/12 13:10: This salad is really yummy. Love the peas and the mint you have added. It must improve the flavour of this dish. X
Asmita 13/7/12 14:11: Hi Angie,
This looks so yummy!
Unknown 13/7/12 14:26: I love potato salad... and with mint? What a bonus! Can't wait to try this!
Carol @ Always Thyme to Cook 13/7/12 14:44: Looks delicious! It's a perfect side.
StephenC 13/7/12 14:47: I am not terribly fond of mint, but your recipe sounds and looks so good I would suspend judgement and go for it. If only someone would make this for me!!!
Tina 13/7/12 15:15: Creamy and mouthwatering..
mjskit 13/7/12 15:59: What a simply delicious potato salad! Love the addition of the prosciutto! I'm sure the mint makes it taste very refreshing which is hard to do sometime with a potato salad. Great idea!
Ana Regalado 13/7/12 16:18: A refreshingly delicious salad , Angie ! And mouthwatering photos as always ! :D
Susan 13/7/12 16:22: Sans the prosciutto and it's a winner for me. I like the addition of the mint and peas. XOXO
CJ - Food Stories 13/7/12 16:26: I've never added mint to my cold salads but I may have to give it a whirl now ... Happy Weekend :-)
Tricia @ saving room for dessert 13/7/12 16:43: I've never added peas or mint to potato salad but love the idea. I am sure the prosciutto was a great addition as well. Have a lovely weekend Angie!
Velva 13/7/12 17:30: A nice twist on a classic potato salad. Peas and mint are nice additions to this summer favorite.

Velva
Eva 13/7/12 17:55: A great picnic salad too. Love the prosciutto addition Angie. Have a great weekend.
Riceandcoconut 13/7/12 18:05: I love the idea adding mint and peas on this potato salad,sound delicious :)
Lisa @ Tarte du Jour 13/7/12 18:08: Looks like a delicious summer salad!! So fresh and colorful!!
Tanvi@SinfullySpicy 13/7/12 19:43: Love the addition of yogurt to this salad - so healthy & yummy!
Elisabeth 13/7/12 21:17: Angie, I'm loving your refreshing summer potato salad with the mint, yogurt, and the green peas. Such a perfect combination and the prosciutto adds a special flavor that I love:D Great stuff...nice side for a BBQ!
Cucina49 13/7/12 21:27: So happy to see the yogurt dressing instead of the dreaded mayo. What a gorgeous and fresh-looking salad!
Soni 13/7/12 21:47: Lovely flavors and perfect for these hot summer days :)love the prosciutto and mint in there!Yumm...
createwithmom 13/7/12 21:51: lovely picture looks wonderful
Catherine 13/7/12 21:55: Dear Angie, Your potatoes look creamy and delicious. I love the addition of the mint, what a refreshing flavor. Blessings my dear, your friend, Catherine xo
Faith 13/7/12 22:30: I love how you used yogurt in this creamy salad! It looks super flavorful!
Norma Chang 14/7/12 00:13: Love the yogurt and mint idea. Should check to see if my potatoes are ready to harvest, or perhaps I could dig around the plant and steal a few new potatoes.
Liz That Skinny Chick Can Bake 14/7/12 01:35: Oh, yummy! I have never thought of adding peas to potato salad, but it adds such a fresh, summery feel to it. Great idea~
Suzi 14/7/12 01:37: This is one tasty looking potato salad and I love that you used yogurt in place of mayo. Lovely combination of flavors. Have a great weekend.
Maureen 14/7/12 02:06: This is a wonderful potato salad. I love the peas and mint in there - just perfect!
Reeni 14/7/12 02:12: Great flavors for a potato salad Angie! I love the prosciutto! Delicious.
Gloria Baker 14/7/12 02:49: What wonderful salad Angie I love your photos!!
Foodie Stuntman 14/7/12 03:54: One of the most colorful potato salads I've seen.
Anonymous 14/7/12 05:11: Wow! Both of these recipes sound delicious and look beautiful!
waka network 14/7/12 09:48: These is great! I love recipe with mint flavor. These will be add on my mint recipe. Thanks dear.
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Barbara 14/7/12 13:24: Lovely salad, Angie. Peas and mint marry so well together and I love that you've used healthy yogurt instead of mayo!
Whats Cookin Italian Style Cuisine 14/7/12 14:32: looks like I will be trying this one everyone here loves this kind of salad! BEAUTIFUL!
Hester @ Alchemy in the Kitchen 14/7/12 16:19: Hi Angie, I'm always looking for interesting potato salad recipes. Love the proscuitto in your recipe, and the mint and peas make it really summery. Delicious!
Swathi 14/7/12 16:22: Delicious potato salad, that with mint and peas more colorful and flavorful.
Unknown 14/7/12 16:29: I've never met a potato salad that I didn't like and your creation is no exception-looks delicious Angie!
Jeannie 14/7/12 16:53: A very filling dish which can be eaten as a meal on its own...delicious too!
Cheah 14/7/12 18:41: I can have this salad on its own as a meal ..... refreshing!
Catherine 14/7/12 18:43: Dear Angie, This potato salad sounds wonderful. I like the Prosciutto and the fresh mint flavor.
Thank you for your visit and kind comment. Blessings dear. Catherine xo
vianney 14/7/12 21:24: With yogurt, what a cool twist. Not as heavy as mayo. thanks!
What's Baking?? 15/7/12 04:09: Nice..potato salad is one of my fav salad. The mint is a great appetizing flavor.
Devaki 15/7/12 04:42: This is just perfect for this week's dinner. And since I have EVERYTHING in the fridge, you bet I'm fixing this :) Thanks a lot dear :)

chow! DEVAKI @ weavethousandflavors
Hotly Spiced 15/7/12 06:58: What a gorgeous potato salad. I make mine with bacon but I like the idea of proscuitto! And the light yoghurt dressing would be delicious. I think in summer time when have friends over for a bbq there is nothing better than a bowl of potato salad to go with it xx
Sanjeeta kk 15/7/12 09:11: Potato salad.. any day..such simple and refreshing recipe!
Priya Suresh 15/7/12 12:45: Omg, wat an incredible salad, drooling here.
Beth 15/7/12 13:27: What a beautiful way to make potato salad!
Rosita Vargas 15/7/12 17:24: Ensalada refrescante y ricas una manera especial de hacer las papas y de éxito total,abrazos hugs,hugs.
Unknown 15/7/12 17:41: I always adore mint with potatoes and peas. This is such a beautiful and refreshing salad. Love it!
TastefullyJulie 15/7/12 17:57: Mmmm... I have some peas in my garden that you just helped me figure out what to do with! Thanks!
Nammi 15/7/12 18:40: yumm, potatoes and peas , an absolute favorite!! gorgeous photoes by the way
Angela 15/7/12 20:52: Really lovely. I love the idea of using yogurt instead of mayo. Such a healthy alternative!
motherrimmy 15/7/12 21:29: I'm seeing lots of recipes using peas. I sure wish my garden would get going to I could have some fresh and ready to go! I love this combination with the new potatoes and yogurt instead of mayo. Nice!
Jennifer Kendall 15/7/12 22:02: what a delicious potato salad, definitely bookmarking this! so many delicious things in here!
Unknown 15/7/12 22:26: This looks wonderful, love your photos!
lena 16/7/12 01:42: wish this can appear right in front of me now!
Cass @foodmyfriend 16/7/12 04:04: I am going to make this right now. I've been looking for a yummy lunch idea, so thank you Angie! Minus the meat of course..
Debra Eliotseats 16/7/12 05:41: Peas and mints are classic. Now add the potato salad to the mix and you have a new classic side!
tigerfish 18/7/12 01:09: Sounds like a perfect side for almost any main course of fish, or poultry :)
Amelia 18/7/12 16:09: Hi Angie, your potato salad look so awesome, yum yum.. I love your presentation, very nice.

Have a nice day, regards.
sally 19/7/12 01:56: I like the idea of adding mint to a potato salad. I think I have almost all of the ingredients for this salad too.
SavoringTime in the Kitchen 21/7/12 00:47: I should know better than to come and visit here just before dinner time! This looks like a wonderful potato salad and love the yogurt dressing.
Magic of Spice 21/7/12 03:15: What a unique and lovely combination of flavors...delicious!
Shut Up & Cook 25/7/12 20:01: My mint is out of control, so love the idea of a savory way to use it up! Thanks for the inspiration!

I also recently did a yummy potato salad with new potatoes and a mushroom vinagrette that was great. Not sure about the addition of mint to it, but now I'm eager to try!

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grace 25/7/12 21:02: i LOVE peas, and i HATE potato salads made with lots of mayonnaise. yogurt is a great alternative--you have a real winner on your hands here, angie!
Cindy 26/7/12 16:32: Refreshing and delicious. Perfect for any summer meal!
VintageSugarcube 27/7/12 00:57: I love how it is healthy with the yogurt, but still tasty with the pancetta. Gotta try this recipe soooooooooooon. :)
Unknown 3/9/12 07:48: Potato Salad with Peas and Mint recipe is different recipe and i like this combination. Using mint am preparing one variety recipe that is Mint Peanut Chutney recipe and good for health. Thank u
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