Potato salad with caramelized onions and lemon mayonnaise
2 servings
30 minutes
Potato salad with caramelized onions and lemon mayonnaise is a harmony of flavors from French cuisine. The origins of this dish trace back to home cooking traditions, where the combination of simple ingredients reveals their depth. Tender young potatoes infused with the aroma of caramelized red onions create a warm, sweet base. Crispy bacon adds textural contrast, while fresh chives provide a savory note. Lemon mayonnaise with Dijon mustard fills the salad with freshness and a light tanginess, balancing the flavor. This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner and makes a wonderful accompaniment to meat or fish dishes. Its vibrant taste and rich texture make it a favorite choice among culinary enthusiasts.
1
Heat oil in a large skillet, add finely chopped onion, and simmer on low heat for 40 minutes until it becomes soft and starts to caramelize.
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
- Red onion: 3 heads
2
Cut the potatoes into pieces and boil in salted water until cooked. Transfer to a large bowl with onions and chopped chives and mix well.
- New potatoes: 500 g
- Red onion: 3 heads
- Chives: 15 g
3
Meanwhile, fry the bacon on the grill or in a pan until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel. Then cut into small pieces.
- Bacon: 2 pieces
4
Mix mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, and sour cream. Pour over the salad and mix well. Divide into 2 plates and sprinkle with bacon and chives.
- Mayonnaise: 125 g
- Dijon mustard: 2 teaspoons
- Lemon: 0.5 piece
- Sour cream: 1 tablespoon
- Bacon: 2 pieces
- Chives: 15 g