If you’re looking for something a little different, try this Fingerling Potato and Prosciutto Salad.
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
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.
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:
- Dill Pickle Potato Salad
- Southwestern Potato Salad
- All American Potato Salad
- Loaded Baked Potato Salad
- Dilled Potato Salad with Feta
If you happen to be following the Weight Watchers WW plan, you will find a link to the WW Points on the recipe card below.
Fingerling Potato and Prosciutto Salad
Recipe Details
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.
