Name: Salad of mashed potatoes - Batata Mutabbaleh
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 4 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and boiled in salted water; 1 large handful flat parsley, finely chopped; 3 stalks spring onions (or 1 medium shallot), finely chopped; 1 tsp grated lemon zest; A squeeze of lemon juice (this salad must not be too tangy); 4 or more tbsp olive oil for mashing, plus 1 extra tbsp to drizzle on top before serving; 1 or 2 garlic cloves, finely mashed; ½ tsp white pepper; Salt, to taste

"Batata Mutabbaleh is a unique Lebanese mashed potato salad served cold or at room temperature, blending creamy boiled potatoes with fresh parsley, spring onions, garlic, and lemon zest. Drizzled with olive oil, it's simple to make yet bursting with vibrant Mediterranean flavors. Perfect as a mezze or side dish to surprise your guests."

🥗 Ingredients (9 items)

4 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and boiled in salted water
1 large handful flat parsley, finely chopped
3 stalks spring onions (or 1 medium shallot), finely chopped
1 tsp grated lemon zest
A squeeze of lemon juice (this salad must not be too tangy)
4 or more tbsp olive oil for mashing, plus 1 extra tbsp to drizzle on top before serving
1 or 2 garlic cloves, finely mashed
½ tsp white pepper
Salt, to taste

Method 2 Steps

1

After boiling the potatoes, drain them and mash with olive oil until creamy. You might need a bit more olive oil than suggested.
2

Add all the other ingredients to the mashed potatoes. Mix well to combine, then taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Serve topped with a drizzle of olive oil.

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🥗 Ingredients (9 items)

Method 2 Steps

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