Dirty Martini Potato Salad
If your go-to cocktail is a dirty martini — or you’re just obsessed with bold, salty flavors — this potato salad is going to blow your mind. It captures everything people love about the iconic drink: briny olives, creamy richness, and a subtle splash of vodka, all folded into tender potatoes for the ultimate unexpected side dish.
It’s savory, a little fancy, slightly nostalgic, and absolutely unforgettable at cookouts, holidays, or anytime you want something beyond the usual potato salad. One bite in, and everyone’s asking for the recipe.
✨ Dirty Martini Potato Salad ✨
Ingredients
🥔 Salad Base
• 3 lbs potatoes, peeled and chopped
• 1 cup green martini olives, sliced
• ½ cup blue cheese, crumbled
🥄 Dressing
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• ¼ cup olive juice
• 1 tbsp vodka
• 2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
• 1 tsp celery seed
• Kosher salt & black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Potatoes
Add potatoes to a large pot and cover with cold salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender, about 10–15 minutes. Drain well.
2️⃣ Mix the Dressing
In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, olive oil, olive juice, vodka, chives, and celery seed. Season with salt and pepper.
3️⃣ Put It All Together
Add warm potatoes, olives, and blue cheese to the bowl. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
4️⃣ Chill & Serve
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Refrigerate until chilled, then serve cold and enjoy every briny bite.
