Non-Mayo Potato Salad

Submitted by larchie

"This is a yummy potato salad for those of us who cannot stand mayonnaise. This comes from Southern Living, and is great for cookouts and such (I am taking it to a pig roast tonight as a side dish)."

 

• Ready In: 8hrs 40mins
• Ingredients: 11
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 4 lbs new potatoes
• 1⁄4 cup white wine vinegar
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground pepper
• 3⁄4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
• 2 tomatoes, fresh, large, and chopped
• 1⁄3 cup purple onion, chopped
• 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

directions

1. Cook potatoes in boiling water to cover 25 to 30 minutes or just until tender; drain and cool. Cut potatoes in half, and set aside.
2. Process vinegar and next 4 ingredients in a blender, stopping to scrape down sides. Turn blender on high, and gradually add oil in a slow, steady stream. Stir in chopped basil.
3. Place potato, tomatoes, and onion in a large bowl. Drizzle with dressing; toss gently. Cover and chill 8 hours. Top with crumbled bacon just before serving.