Bright, sweet gooseberries, achocha cucumber and heirloom tomatoes grown by W.D. Dickinson Farm join the summer party in this tangy take on the classic summer side.

By | June 24, 2020

Ingredients

SERVINGS: 4 Serving(s)
Salad
  • 2 pounds potatoes
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 cups achoca cucumbers
  • 2 cups baby tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup gooseberries
Vinaigrette
  • 1/2 cup gooseberries
  • 1/4 cup vinegar
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 tspn salt (plus more to taste)
  • 1/4 tspn pepper (plus more to taste)
  • celery leaves or blossoms to garnish

Instructions

Prep the Potatoes

Slice clean potatoes into ¼ inch thick rounds and transfer to a large pot. Cover with cold water and add a big pinch of salt. 

Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender. Drain and rinse with cool water. 

 

Prep the Salad

Slice achocha cucumbers in half lengthwise, quarter tomatoes, and peel gooseberries. 

 

Make the Vinaigrette 

Add half of the gooseberries, vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper to a blender. Blend until the vinaigrette is smooth and emulsified. 

 

Bring it all Together

Dress potatoes, cucumbers, and tomatoes in vinaigrette tossing to coat. 

Plate dressed vegetables and garnish with reserved gooseberries, celery leaves. Finish with sea salt and fresh cracked black pepper to taste. 

Related Stories & Recipes

How to Make a Summer CSA Potato Salad (Video)

Bright, sweet gooseberries, achocha cucumber and heirloom tomatoes grown by W.D. Dickinson Farm, House, Mercantile join the summer party in this tangy take on the classic summer side. There’s never be...

Creamy Beet Soup with Cilantro Oil and Yogurt

This vibrant soup is loaded with heart-healthy, nutrient-rich, heirloom beets from W.D. Dickinson farm. Finished with a swirl of creamy yogurt and topped with cilantro infused oil, it is as warm ...

Ingredients

SERVINGS: 4 Serving(s)
Salad
  • 2 pounds potatoes
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 cups achoca cucumbers
  • 2 cups baby tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup gooseberries
Vinaigrette
  • 1/2 cup gooseberries
  • 1/4 cup vinegar
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 tspn salt (plus more to taste)
  • 1/4 tspn pepper (plus more to taste)
  • celery leaves or blossoms to garnish
We will never share your email address with anyone else. See our privacy policy.