Description
Avocado Potato Salad is a refreshing and nutritious twist on the classic recipe, perfect for summer gatherings or as a healthy side dish any time of year. By replacing traditional mayonnaise with creamy avocado, this salad not only offers a delightful texture but also packs in essential nutrients and healthy fats. The vibrant blend of fresh ingredients like cucumber, cilantro, and zesty lime juice makes each bite a burst of flavor that your taste buds will love. Ideal for potlucks, picnics, or simply as a light meal, this vegan-friendly salad is both satisfying and guilt-free.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb potatoes (washed and peeled)
- 3 large avocados
- 1 small Persian or Kirby cucumber (chopped into 1/4 inch cubes)
- 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh cilantro
- Juice of 1/2 a lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes in a large pot of salted water until fork-tender (about 15-20 minutes). Drain and allow to cool slightly before cubing into 1/2 inch pieces.
- While cooling, slice avocados in half, remove the pits, and cut into cubes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed potatoes, avocado pieces, cucumber cubes, chopped cilantro, and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper.
- Gently mix until the avocado lightly coats the potatoes. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg