MOLDAVIAN POTATO, FETA AND SCALLION SALAD

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This Salata de Cartofi cu Brinza is a delightful alternative to traditional potato salad. The recipe calls for red skinned potatoes, but it's grand with others too. Originally from Please to the Table, a Russian Cookbook.

Provided by j-jitterbug

Categories     Potato

Time 22m

Yield 1 salad, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 medium red potatoes
1/3 cup olive oil
2 garlic cloves, crushed in a garlic press
1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup scallion, finely chopped
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons dill, finely chopped
salt & freshly ground black pepper
6 black olives (optional) or 6 slices roasted red peppers (optional)

Steps:

  • Clean and cook potatoes in boiling water until tender, 18-20 minutes.
  • Chop, press and crumble other ingredients.
  • Cool potatoes until they can be handled, then dice into 3/4-inch cubes.
  • Toss with olive oil and garlic, then let fully cool to room temperature.
  • Add feta and scallions and drizzle with vinegar.
  • Add dill, salt& pepper, and toss gently.
  • Let rest for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to mingle.
  • Add optional garnish and serve.

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