Creamy Low-Fat Red Potato Salad
Enjoy a refreshing and healthy twist on a classic dish with this Creamy Low-Fat Red Potato Salad. Perfect for summer barbecues, picnics, or as a side for any meal, this salad features tender steamed red potatoes, crisp celery, and sweet red onion, all combined with a light and creamy dressing made from fat-free mayonnaise and sour cream. With a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a touch of vinegar for tang, this dish is not only low in fat but also bursting with flavor. Make it ahead of time for the best taste and allow the ingredients to meld together in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
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Servings
70
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
small red potatoes
3 lbs (steamed and halved)
celery
2 stalks (finely diced)
red onion
1 medium (diced)
vinegar
1/4 cup (none)
fat-free mayonnaise
1/4 cup (none)
fat-free sour cream
1/2 cup (none)
parsley
1/4 cup (chopped)
celery salt
1/2 teaspoon (none)
pepper
1 dash (none)
Instructions
1
Begin by steaming the small red potatoes until tender, then allow them to cool before halving.
2
In a large serving bowl, combine the halved potatoes, finely diced celery, and diced red onion, mixing gently to incorporate.
3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the vinegar, fat-free mayonnaise, fat-free sour cream, chopped parsley, celery salt, and a dash of pepper to create the dressing.
4
Pour the dressing over the potato mixture and stir gently until the potatoes are evenly coated.
5
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad for a minimum of 2 hours to allow flavors to develop.
6
Serve chilled and enjoy your deliciously light and creamy red potato salad.
Nutrition Information
0.5g
Fat
12.5g
Carbs
2g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creamy Low-Fat Red Potato Salad?
It is a refreshing, healthy version of the classic potato salad made with tender red potatoes, crisp vegetables, and a light dressing using fat-free mayonnaise and sour cream.
How many calories are in a serving of this potato salad?
There are 70 calories per serving.
Is this recipe truly low in fat?
Yes, each serving contains only 0.5g of fat.
What type of potatoes should I use?
The recipe calls for 3 lbs of small red potatoes.
Do I need to peel the red potatoes?
No, the potatoes should be steamed and then halved, typically leaving the skins on for texture and nutrition.
How should the potatoes be cooked?
The potatoes should be steamed until they are tender.
What vegetables are included in the salad?
The salad includes finely diced celery and diced red onion for a crisp texture.
What ingredients make up the low-fat dressing?
The dressing is made from vinegar, fat-free mayonnaise, fat-free sour cream, chopped parsley, celery salt, and pepper.
How much vinegar is used in the recipe?
The recipe requires 1/4 cup of vinegar.
Is there a specific way to mix the dressing?
Yes, you should whisk the dressing ingredients together in a separate bowl before adding them to the potato mixture.
How long should the potato salad be refrigerated?
It should be refrigerated for a minimum of 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to develop.
Can I serve the salad immediately after mixing?
For the best taste, it is recommended to let it chill so the ingredients can meld together.
What is the carbohydrate content?
There are 12.5g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein does this salad provide?
Each serving provides 2g of protein.
How many ingredients are needed for this recipe?
There are 9 ingredients in total.
What kind of salt is recommended?
The recipe specifically calls for 1/2 teaspoon of celery salt.
What type of parsley is used?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of fresh, chopped parsley.
How much celery is required?
You will need 2 stalks of celery, finely diced.
What size of red onion should I use?
The recipe calls for 1 medium red onion.
Is there any fat-free mayonnaise in the recipe?
Yes, 1/4 cup of fat-free mayonnaise is used.
How much fat-free sour cream is needed?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of fat-free sour cream.
What is the first step in the instructions?
Begin by steaming the small red potatoes until tender and allowing them to cool.
Is this salad suitable for summer barbecues?
Yes, it is described as perfect for summer barbecues, picnics, or as a side for any meal.
What kind of texture does the salad have?
It has a creamy texture from the dressing combined with tender potatoes and crisp vegetables.
Are there any spices added?
Yes, celery salt and a dash of pepper are added for flavor.
Should the potatoes be hot when I add the dressing?
No, you should allow the potatoes to cool before halving and mixing with the other ingredients.
How should the celery be prepared?
The celery should be finely diced.
What is the total weight of potatoes used?
The recipe uses 3 lbs of potatoes.
Is this recipe considered vegan-friendly?
While the tags mention vegan-friendly, the recipe uses sour cream and mayonnaise; vegan versions of these would be needed for a strict vegan diet.
How should I store the salad while it's chilling?
The bowl should be covered with plastic wrap while in the refrigerator.