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Italian Prosciutto Potato Salad

A delightful twist on a classic potato salad featuring crispy prosciutto and vibrant flavors.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Side
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 5 medium Potatoes halved or whole
  • ⅓ cup Jarred roasted red peppers chopped
  • 2 pieces Green onions chopped
  • 1 large stalk Celery chopped
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • ¾ cup Mayonnaise
  • 1 Tbsp Red vinegar vinegar
  • 1 tsp Granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp Ground mustard powder
  • ½ tsp Paprika
  • 5-6 slices Crispy prosciutto crumbled
  • 2 Tbsp Fresh parsley chopped

Instructions

  • Step 1: Boil the potatoes in a large pot of salted water for about 15-20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and let cool.
  • Step 2: Chop the roasted red peppers, green onions, celery, and fresh parsley. Set aside.
  • Step 3: In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, grape juice vinegar, granulated sugar, ground mustard powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  • Step 4: Cut cooled potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Add roasted red peppers, green onions, and celery to the potatoes. Pour dressing over and fold gently.
  • Step 5: Crisp prosciutto in a fry pan over medium heat until golden. Crumble and fold into the salad, reserving some for garnish.
  • Step 6: Garnish with parsley and reserved prosciutto. Chill for at least an hour before serving.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Fry Pan

Notes

For a creamier salad, adjust mayonnaise to taste. Letting the salad chill enhances the flavors.