Red, White, and Blue Potato Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
11%
Red, White, and Blue Potato Salad
45 min.
8
383kcal

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Looking for a delightful side dish that embodies the essence of summer? Our Red, White, and Blue Potato Salad is not just a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of flavors. This vibrant dish features a beautiful medley of red-skinned, white, and purple potatoes, making it a perfect companion for picnics, barbecues, and holiday gatherings. Its unique color palette makes it a stunning centerpiece on any table, while its creamy texture and zesty dressing will have your guests coming back for seconds.

This potato salad is vegetarian and gluten-free, allowing for a wider audience to enjoy its deliciousness. It combines the rich creaminess of mayonnaise and sour cream with the punchy tang of Dijon mustard and white wine vinegar. The addition of crumbled blue cheese elevates the flavor profile to new heights, offering a delightful taste sensation that compliments the natural earthiness of the potatoes. Fresh green onions and sweet peas add a pop of color and freshness, making this salad not just tasty but also visually appealing.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, and the option to make the dressing ahead of time, this dish is as convenient as it is appetizing. Whether you're serving it as a side or enjoying it on its own, our Red, White, and Blue Potato Salad is sure to be a hit. So grab your apron, and let's create a dish that celebrates the joy of food and togetherness!

Ingredients

  • ounces cheese blue crumbled
  • teaspoons dijon mustard 
  • cup spring onion divided chopped
  • teaspoon pepper black
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise 
  • servings paprika 
  • pound potatoes white unpeeled
  • pound plums blue peeled
  • pound potatoes - remove skin unpeeled
  • teaspoons salt 
  • cup cream sour
  • teaspoons sugar 
  • 0.3 cup citrus champagne vinegar 
  • cups peas fresh frozen thawed cooked

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk 1/2 cup green onions and next 7 ingredients in medium bowl. Cover and chill dressing.
  2. Do ahead: Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.
  3. Place all potatoes in large saucepan.
  4. Add enough water to cover by 1 inch.
  5. Sprinkle with salt. Bring to boil, reduce heat to medium, and boil until tender, 10 to 15 minutes (time will vary depending on size and variety of potatoes).
  6. Drain and cool to room temperature.
  7. Cut potatoes into 1/2-inch-thick slices and place in large bowl.
  8. Add dressing, peas, and blue cheese; toss gently. Cover and chill at least 2 hours and up to 1 day.
  9. Sprinkle potato salad with paprika and remaining 1/2 cup green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Calories383kcal
Protein10.82%
Fat52.67%
Carbs36.51%

Properties

Glycemic Index
53.11
Glycemic Load
12
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
18.945217459098%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
3.19mg
Peonidin
0.18mg
Catechin
1.64mg
Epigallocatechin
0.14mg
Epicatechin
1.82mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.43mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.23mg
Kaempferol
0.62mg
Quercetin
2.61mg
Gallocatechin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:383.03kcal
19.15%
Fat:22.96g
35.33%
Saturated Fat:8.64g
54.03%
Carbohydrates:35.82g
11.94%
Net Carbohydrates:29.55g
10.75%
Sugar:11.55g
12.84%
Cholesterol:38.79mg
12.93%
Sodium:970.63mg
42.2%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.61g
21.22%
Vitamin K:67.03µg
63.84%
Vitamin C:38.61mg
46.8%
Vitamin A:1941.32IU
38.83%
Fiber:6.26g
25.06%
Potassium:857.55mg
24.5%
Phosphorus:236.8mg
23.68%
Manganese:0.45mg
22.5%
Vitamin B6:0.44mg
22.12%
Calcium:184.44mg
18.44%
Folate:64.95µg
16.24%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
15.73%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
15.69%
Magnesium:57.35mg
14.34%
Copper:0.28mg
14.04%
Vitamin B3:2.77mg
13.85%
Iron:2.31mg
12.84%
Zinc:1.7mg
11.32%
Vitamin B5:1mg
9.99%
Vitamin E:1.49mg
9.93%
Selenium:6.65µg
9.49%
Vitamin B12:0.34µg
5.61%
Source:Epicurious