Country Style Potato Salad

 

Country Style Potato Salad

USDA Mixing Bowl

This colorful potato salad adds an extra serving of vegetables giving it a healthy crunch. The creamy dressing is low-fat yet satisfying!

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Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Course Salad, Side Dish, Veggie Side-Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 4

Calories 200 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 3 medium baking potatoes
• 2 ribs celery
• 1/2 red onion
• 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
• 1 tablespoon prepared mustard
• 1/2 cup low-fat mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup nonfat plain yogurt
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

 

• Wash potatoes, leave skin on and cut into bite size chunks.
• Place in pan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, lower heat and simmer uncovered until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
• Drain in colander and sprinkle lightly with cold water.
• While potatoes cook, wash celery and onion. Chop celery and mince onion.
• Combine onion and celery with the remainder of the ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Drain potatoes well and add to the bowl.
• Mix well and refrigerate until ready to use.
• Garnish with lettuce and sliced tomatoes.

Notes

Smart Shopping Tips

• Select potatoes which are free of sprouts and greenish color. They should be firm and not look shriveled.
• If possible, buy potatoes in bulk instead of bags to make the best selection.
• Potatoes should be washed just before use and stored in a cool, dark place.

Cooking & Serving Tips:

• Potatoes can be cut up ahead of time. To avoid browning, place pieces in a bowl of cold water.
• Red, yellow or any type of potatoes may be used.
• Add 1/4 cup of walnuts or pecans to increase protein.
• Prepare extra baked potatoes for dinner and use the extras to make salad for lunch.
• A few tablespoons of bacon bits add a smoky flavor.