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Korean Potato Salad (Gamja Salad)

Delicious Korean Potato Salad (Gamja Salad) for Every Meal

Korean Potato Salad (Gamja Salad) is a creamy, versatile side dish that combines sweetness and tanginess, perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 medium Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and diced
  • ½ cup mayonnaise light or vegan option
  • 1 tablespoon sugar or honey/agave
  • 2 tablespoons vinegar apple cider or rice vinegar
  • 2 large boiled eggs chopped, optional for vegan
  • 1 cup vegetables chopped, e.g., carrots, cucumbers
  • 1 cup sweet additions e.g., apples, corn
  • 1 teaspoon mustard optional, for depth

Equipment

  • Pot
  • small saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Peel and dice Yukon Gold potatoes and boil in salted water until fork-tender, then drain and cool.
  2. Hard-boil the eggs, cool in an ice bath, peel, and chop.
  3. Chop vegetables and, if desired, dice an apple.
  4. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, and mustard until smooth.
  5. Fold in the mashed potatoes with the dressing until well combined.
  6. Add chopped vegetables and boiled eggs; stir to mix evenly.
  7. Chill the salad covered for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize the salad by adding your favorite vegetables and sweet components. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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