Name: Fingerling Potato and Prosciutto Salad
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 135 min
Ingredients: 1 pound fingerling potatoes, (halved lengthwise); 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar; ¼ cup finely chopped shallots; ¼ cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; 3 tablespoons crème fraîche; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh sage; ½ teaspoon kosher salt; ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 3 ounces very thin slices prosciutto, (finely chopped)

If you’re looking for something a little different, try this Fingerling Potato and Prosciutto Salad.

fingerling potato and prosciutto salad on a blue plate

What are fingerling potatoes?

Fingerling potatoes are a small, stubby, finger-shaped potato. They’re a little odd looking, but they’re fun to use in recipes because people don’t expect to see them!

Fingerling Potato and Prosciutto Salad on a blue plate

Fingerling Potato and Prosciutto Salad

In this recipe, fingerling potatoes are tossed with a lightly creamy dressing. They’re not smothered in it as you see in other potato salad recipes. Thin slices of prosciutto are mixed in, and they make a delicious addition.

potato salad on a blue plate

Shallots, parsley and fresh sage round out the flavors in this salad. It’s the perfect sort of potato salad to serve at a nicer, more intimate gathering. People will appreciate that you made something new!

Here are a few more potato salad recipes you might enjoy:

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Fingerling Potato and Prosciutto Salad

Delicious recipe for a lighter version of the traditional potato salad.

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 25 mins

Cook Time: 20 mins

Chill Time: 1 hr 30 mins

Total Time: 2 hrs 15 mins

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: potato salad, potatoes, prosciutto

Servings: servings (1 cup per serving)

Calories: 206kcal

Author: RecipeGirl.com (via Cooking Light)

Ingredients

1 pound fingerling potatoes, halved lengthwise
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
¼ cup finely chopped shallots
¼ cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
3 tablespoons crème fraîche
1 teaspoon chopped fresh sage
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 ounces very thin slices prosciutto, finely chopped

Instructions

Place the potatoes in a medium saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes or until tender. Drain the potatoes and gently stir in vinegar. Cover and chill.
Combine potato mixture and remaining ingredients in a large bowl; toss gently to coat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving, Calories: 206kcal, Carbohydrates: 23g, Protein: 6g, Fat: 10g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 4g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 19mg, Sodium: 450mg, Potassium: 606mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 2g, Vitamin A: 383IU, Vitamin C: 29mg, Calcium: 36mg, Iron: 1mg