Description
Avocado Potato Salad is a refreshing twist on the traditional dish, perfect for summer picnics, barbecues, and family gatherings. By substituting creamy avocado for mayonnaise, this salad not only elevates flavor but also enhances nutritional value with healthy fats and essential vitamins. The zesty combination of lime and fresh cilantro adds a vibrant kick, making this dish a crowd-pleaser that everyone will love. Whether enjoyed as a side or a light meal, Avocado Potato Salad is sure to impress with its delightful taste and creamy texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb potatoes (washed and peeled)
- 3 large avocados
- 1 small Persian or Kirby cucumber (chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro (finely chopped)
- Juice of 1/2 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes in a large pot of salted water for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and allow to cool before cubing.
- Halve the avocados, remove the pits, and cut into cubes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled potatoes, avocado cubes, cucumber, and cilantro.
- Squeeze lime juice over the mixture, season with salt and pepper, and gently toss until well combined.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg