Light and Fresh Potato Salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
2%
Light and Fresh Potato Salad
45 min.
12
89kcal

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Get ready to elevate your summer gatherings with this delightful Light and Fresh Potato Salad, a dish that perfectly balances flavor and nutrition! This vibrant side dish is not only delicious but also caters to a wide range of dietary preferences, making it a hit amongst vegetarians, vegans, and those looking for gluten-free options.

Imagine tender, cubed red potatoes tossed in a zesty dressing with a medley of fresh, colorful vegetables like crisp cucumbers, juicy grape tomatoes, and sweet bell peppers. Each bite is a refreshing explosion of taste, enhanced by the savory notes of green onions and olives. This potato salad comes together effortlessly, ready in just 45 minutes, allowing you to spend more time enjoying the company of your friends and family.

With only 89 calories per serving, it’s a guilt-free addition to any meal. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue, preparing for a picnic, or simply looking for a light side to complement your main dish, this potato salad is the perfect choice. Its delightful blend of textures and flavors will have everyone asking for seconds. So gather your ingredients and give this easy-to-make recipe a try—you won’t be disappointed!

Ingredients

  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • tablespoons canola oil 
  • 0.8 cup cherry tomatoes sliced
  • cup cucumber peeled chopped
  • 0.8 cup bell pepper green chopped
  • 0.3 cup spring onion chopped
  • 2.3 ounce olives ripe drained sliced canned
  • 0.5 cup and orange peppers chopped
  • pounds potatoes - remove skin red cubed
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup seasoned rice vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. To prepare dressing, combine first 4 ingredients in a large bowl; stir with a whisk.
  2. To prepare salad, place potato and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a medium saucepan. Cover with water to 2 inches above potato; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 8 minutes or until tender; drain.
  3. Add potato to dressing in bowl, tossing gently to coat; let stand 15 minutes. Stir in cucumber and remaining ingredients; toss well. Cover and chill.

Nutrition Facts

Calories89kcal
Protein7.88%
Fat32.33%
Carbs59.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.25
Glycemic Load
0.17
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
5.9034782544426%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.51mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:89.41kcal
4.47%
Fat:3.32g
5.11%
Saturated Fat:0.32g
1.99%
Carbohydrates:13.81g
4.6%
Net Carbohydrates:11.86g
4.31%
Sugar:1.92g
2.14%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:244.09mg
10.61%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.82g
3.64%
Vitamin C:24.81mg
30.07%
Potassium:417.14mg
11.92%
Vitamin K:10.33µg
9.84%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
9.17%
Fiber:1.95g
7.81%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.6%
Copper:0.13mg
6.61%
Vitamin A:329.42IU
6.59%
Phosphorus:55.76mg
5.58%
Vitamin E:0.82mg
5.45%
Folate:21.65µg
5.41%
Magnesium:21.57mg
5.39%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.26%
Vitamin B3:1.05mg
5.26%
Iron:0.76mg
4.22%
Vitamin B5:0.28mg
2.82%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.25%
Zinc:0.32mg
2.14%
Calcium:16.27mg
1.63%
Source:My Recipes