French Warm Salad with Confit Gizzards and Potatoes

Name: French Warm Salad with Confit Gizzards and Potatoes
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 500 g confit gizzards (If you’d like to make your own, please refer to the Homemade Gizzard Confit recipe.); 500 g potatoes; 1 onion (about 120 g); Fresh parsley, to taste (optional); About 100 g mixed green salad leaves; Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon vinegar; Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

30 min prep15 min cookApproximately 45 minutes

Updated 25 Feb 2026

Looking for a hearty and flavorful French-style salad?
This warm gizzard confit (gésiers confits) and potato salad is the perfect way to use leftover duck fat from your homemade Confit de Canard. By sautéing onions and potatoes in the richly aromatic fat, you’ll bring out deep, savory flavors that transform simple ingredients into something special.
Served with a fresh green salad on the side, it makes a satisfying main dish, or a delicious pairing with a glass of wine 🍷.

Ingredients

For 4 people Salad

500 g confit gizzards
(If you’d like to make your own, please refer to the Homemade Gizzard Confit recipe.)
500 g potatoes
1 onion (about 120 g)
Fresh parsley, to taste (optional)
About 100 g mixed green salad leaves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Dressin

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon vinegar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

French Warm Salad with Confit Gizzards and Potatoes ingredients

How to make it

1/ Boil the Potatoes: Place the unpeeled potatoes in a pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil. (You may also peel the potatoes beforehand if you prefer. Use your preferred boiling method.)

2/ Drain and Prepare the Potatoes: Boil the potatoes until they are just tender (not too soft), then drain them in a colander. Once slightly cooled, peel them and cut into bite-sized pieces.

3/ Sauté the Onions in Gizzard Fat: Finely chop the onion. Heat some gizzard confit fat in a frying pan, add the onion, and sauté until translucent.

4/ Add and Season the Gizzards: Add the gizzards to the pan with the softened onions. Stir-fry briefly, season with salt and pepper, then transfer everything to a plate.

5/ Pan-Fry the Potatoes: Add a bit more confit fat to the pan. Add the potatoes and fry until they are golden and crispy. Season with salt and pepper.

6/ Combine Gizzards and Potatoes: Return the gizzards and onions to the pan with the potatoes. Mix gently to combine and heat through.

7/ Add Fresh Parsley: Sprinkle chopped parsley over the dish as a finishing touch.

8/ Prepare the Green Salad: Wash the green salad and dry thoroughly. 9/ Make the Dressing and Assemble: In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, your choice of vinegar, and salt and pepper.
Add the green salad and toss well.
Serve the warm gizzard and potato mixture alongside or on top of the salad.

Good to know

🌟Make It Your Own: Serving Ideas and Tips🌟 ⭐️ Easily Peel Potatoes with a Quick Rinse: After boiling the potatoes, pour cold water over them briefly. This helps loosen the skin, making it much easier to peel once they’ve cooled slightly 🥔.

⭐️ Get Creative with Add-Ons: Enhance the dish with your favorite extras. Try adding sautéed mushrooms, seasonal vegetables, or a handful of crispy croutons for added texture and flavor.

⭐️ Make It a Complete Meal: Serve this warm salad with fresh green salad, crusty bread, or a comforting bowl of soup. It also pairs beautifully with a glass of wine or your favorite drink　🍷perfect for a cozy evening!

⭐️ No Waste, Just Flavor: Use Leftover Duck Fat ♻️: This recipe is a delicious way to make the most of the leftover duck fat🦆from your Confit de Canard. Instead of throwing it away, turn it into a rich and satisfying dish by making your own Gizzard Confit/ Gésiers Confits.

👉 Want to know how to make gizzards confit using leftover duck fat? Check out the recipe here: Homemade Gizzard Confit (Gizzards Cooked in Duck Fat)