Roasted Fingerling Potato Salad with Lemon and Thyme

Looking for a fresh twist on traditional potato salad? This roasted fingerling potato salad combines golden roasted potatoes, red bell peppers, and red onions with a light, creamy lemon thyme dressing. Instead of boiling potatoes, this easy recipe uses the oven to bring out their natural flavor and create lightly crispy edges. Perfect for summer cookouts, family gatherings, or meal prep, this flavorful potato salad can be served at room temperature or chilled.

Ingredients

For this recipe, you’ll need:

For the Roasted Potato Salad:

• 1½ lbs. Side Delights® Fingerling Potatoes, cut into ½-inch rounds
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 red onion, cut into 1-inch cubes, keeping the layers together
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

For the Lemon Thyme Dressing:

• ¼ cup light or olive oil-based mayonnaise
• 1½ tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
• 1½ teaspoons lemon zest
• ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
• ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

1. Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 425°F. Prepare a large baking sheet for roasting the potatoes and vegetables.

2. Season the Potatoes and Vegetables

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced Side Delights® Fingerling Potatoes, red bell pepper, and red onion.

Drizzle with olive oil and season with kosher salt and black pepper. Toss until all the vegetables are evenly coated.

3. Roast Until Golden

Spread the seasoned potatoes and vegetables in a single layer on the baking sheet.

Roast for approximately 20–25 minutes, or until the potatoes begin to brown and are tender.

Remove from the oven and allow the roasted vegetables to cool for at least 10 minutes.

4. Prepare the Lemon Thyme Dressing

While the vegetables cool, combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice, olive oil, fresh thyme leaves, lemon zest, kosher salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl.

Whisk until smooth and well combined.

5. Toss and Serve

Transfer the cooled roasted potatoes and vegetables to a large serving bowl.

Pour the lemon thyme dressing over the mixture and gently toss until evenly coated.

Serve at room temperature or refrigerate until chilled.

A Fresh Twist on Classic Potato Salad

This roasted fingerling potato salad offers a delicious alternative to traditional boiled potato salad. Roasting the potatoes alongside red bell peppers and onions adds flavor and texture, while the creamy lemon thyme dressing brings a fresh, citrusy finish.

Side Delights® Fingerling Potatoes are a great choice for this recipe thanks to their naturally buttery flavor and tender texture. Whether you’re planning a backyard cookout, preparing a side dish for dinner, or looking for a make-ahead potato salad, this recipe is an easy addition to your menu.

Looking for more ways to enjoy potatoes? Explore our collection of potato varieties and discover more easy potato recipes from Masser Potato Farms.

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