Potato Salad

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less. Makes use of the microwave oven.

Active time: 15 min Start to finish: 30 min

This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

This warm potato salad has a Mediterranean accent, thanks to mint, feta cheese and Kalamata olives.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Zingerman's is one of the best-known corner delis in the Midwest. This classic creamy potato salad, which has just the right amount of mayonnaise tang, is a mainstay on the menu there.

The pickled cucumbers are also great on their own as a condiment for tuna-salad sandwiches.

Not to worry: There's just enough bacon in the snappy dressing to add flavor but not much fat to this colorful salad. Serve it alongside grilled chicken or fish for a healthful summer dinner.

Just a few ingredients are all it takes to prepare a wonderful side dish that's great for any time of the year.

Hold the mayo: This rustic side dish is dressed with a Provence-inspired blend of white wine, Dijon mustard and capers. Be sure the potatoes are still warm when you add them to the dressing; they’ll absorb it better, enhancing the flavor of the dish.

This lovely side can be made a day ahead.

Chopped fresh ginger and cilantro give an exotic edge to the classic summer side dish.

The sweet crispiness of the apples and the tang of vinegar give this potato salad a special lift. It's named after Normandy, famous for its apples and for its apple brandy, Calvados.

Tomatoes and bell pepper also give color and flavor to this impressive side dish.