Dirty Martini Potato Salad
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If you’re the type who never skips a dirty martini (or even if you’ve never ordered one), this potato salad is about to surprise you. It takes the briny, bold flavors of the classic cocktail — olives, salty tang, and that cheeky splash of vodka — and transforms them into a creamy, crave-worthy salad. It’s unexpected, a little retro, and guaranteed to spark conversation at the table. Forget the standard picnic potato salad; this is the one people will ask about after the very first bite. And yes, it really does taste that good.
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Dirty Martini Potato Salad
Ingredients
| Main Ingredients | Flavor Boosters |
|---|---|
| 3 lbs potatoes, peeled & chopped | 1 cup mayonnaise |
| – | 2 tbsp olive oil |
| – | ¼ cup olive juice |
| – | 1 tbsp vodka |
| – | 2 tbsp chives, chopped |
| – | 1 tsp celery seed |
| – | 1 cup green martini olives, sliced |
| – | ½ cup blue cheese, crumbled |
| – | Kosher salt & black pepper, to taste |
Preparation
- Cook the Potatoes
Place potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold salted water by 1 inch, and bring to a boil. Cook until tender and easily pierced with a knife, about 10–15 minutes. - Make the Dressing
In a serving bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, olive oil, olive juice, vodka, chives, and celery seed. Season with salt and pepper. - Combine & Chill
Drain the potatoes and add them to the bowl along with olives and blue cheese. Stir until everything is coated in the dressing. - Serve
Adjust seasoning as needed, chill until ready to serve, and enjoy!
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