Rustic Salad with Crispy Potato Croquettes
A hearty and comforting salad that blends freshness with indulgence. Golden, crispy potato croquettes top a mix of greens, avocado, hard-boiled eggs, and crunchy vegetables, all tossed in a savory balsamic vinaigrette.
🛒 Ingredients
4 servings
- 1.1 lbs potatoes
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1.75 oz grated cheese
- Salt and pepper
- Breadcrumbs for coating
- Oil for frying
- 1 red onion
- 1 avocado
- 3 eggs
- 3.5 oz mixed greens (arugula, lettuce, or spinach)
- 1 cucumber
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp mustard
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- 1
Cook the potatoes whole in salted water for 15 minutes until tender. Drain and mash into a smooth puree.
- 2
Incorporate the egg yolk, flour, grated cheese, salt, and pepper into the mashed potatoes. Mix until a smooth dough forms.
- 3
Form the mixture into 2.5-inch croquettes and roll them in breadcrumbs until completely coated.
- 4
Heat oil to 338°F and fry the croquettes for 3-4 minutes until perfectly golden. Drain on paper towels.
- 5
Boil the eggs for 10 minutes, then cool and cut into quarters.
- 6
Prepare the vinaigrette: whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper.
- 7
In a serving dish, arrange the greens, then add chopped red onion, sliced cucumber, avocado, and hard-boiled eggs.
- 8
Place the warm croquettes in the center and drizzle with the vinaigrette just before serving.
💡 Chef's Tip
For a lighter version, bake the croquettes in the oven at 392°F for 20 minutes. Serve warm so the croquettes stay crispy. You can prepare the ingredients in advance and assemble just before eating.
