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Little Potato Salad


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing salad with little potatoes and a creamy dressing.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb Little Potatoes (quartered)
  • 1/3 cup light mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 3 teaspoons basil pesto
  • 1 cube frozen spinach (thawed and squeezed dry (about 1/4 cup))
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup roasted red peppers (diced)
  • 1/2 cup grape tomatoes (sliced)
  • 2 large fresh basil leaves (sliced (about 23 tablespoons))
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (the real stuff!)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, cover potatoes in cold water. Bring to a boil over medium high heat, and cook for 5-8 minutes, until tender. Drain, place in a large bowl, cover and refrigerate until cold.
  2. Mix together the mayonnaise, olive oil, garlic, pesto, spinach, vinegar and salt with a whisk.
  3. To the bowl of chilled potatoes, add red peppers, tomatoes, basil and Parmesan. Pour dressing over and toss. Serve cold, or refrigerate until ready to eat.

Notes

  • This salad is best served cold.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the salad.
  • Adjust seasoning according to taste.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Boiling, Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg