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