Potato and Salmon Salad

The potato and salmon salad is a fresh and tasty dish, ideal as an appetizer or as a light main course. Here’s how to prepare a variant of this dish with an Italian touch:

Ingredients

• 400 g potatoes
• 200 g smoked salmon
• 1 small red onion
• 2 tablespoons capers in salt (rinsed and desalted)
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped parsley to taste
• (Optional) Some lettuce leaves for garnish

Preparation

1. Start by boiling the potatoes: wash them and cook them in boiling salted water until they are tender but still firm. The time varies depending on the size of the potatoes, but usually around 20-30 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, thinly slice the red onion and soak it in cold water with a pinch of salt to make it less pungent.
3. Once cooked, drain the potatoes and let them cool. Then, peel them and cut into cubes or slices, depending on your preference.
4. Drain the onion and pat it dry with paper towels.
5. Cut the smoked salmon into strips or squares.
6. In a large bowl, gently mix the potatoes, salmon, red onion, and capers.
7. Prepare a simple emulsion with lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper. Emulsify everything with a whisk or fork until you get a homogeneous sauce.
8. Pour the dressing over the potato and salmon salad and mix gently.
9. Let the salad rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving, so that it absorbs all the flavors.
10. Before serving, add the chopped parsley and, if desired, garnish with fresh lettuce leaves.

Trivia

Smoked salmon is a product born from the need to preserve fresh fish. Today it is appreciated for its rich flavor and its versatility in the kitchen. In Italy, it is often paired with fresh and light ingredients such as extra virgin olive oil and lemon, which enhance its taste without overpowering it.