Best 6 Creamy Beet Potato Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our creamy beet and potato salad, a vibrant and flavorful dish that tantalizes the taste buds. This delectable salad is a harmonious blend of earthy beets, tender potatoes, and a creamy dressing that brings everything together. With its vibrant colors and irresistible taste, it's a perfect side dish for any occasion, from casual gatherings to special celebrations. Our comprehensive guide provides not only the classic creamy beet and potato salad recipe but also a tantalizing vegan variation, accommodating diverse dietary preferences. Additionally, we offer a zesty lemon-dill dressing recipe, a refreshing alternative to the classic creamy dressing. Whether you prefer the traditional creamy dressing or the tangy lemon-dill dressing, this guide has you covered. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure and create a dish that will leave your taste buds craving more.

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BEET & POTATO SALAD



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This beet and potato salad, tossed with a combo of sour cream, vinegar and sweet pickles, is slightly sweet and tangy. To make prep go faster, you can skip roasting the beets yourself and use prepackaged cooked beets instead.

Provided by Liz Mervosh

Categories     Healthy Potato Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 small red beets (about 20 ounces), trimmed
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 ½ pounds baby yellow potatoes, halved lengthwise
.666 cup mayonnaise
⅓ cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, plus more for garnish
1 ½ tablespoons white-wine vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground pepper
2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
½ cup chopped bread-and-butter pickle chips
⅓ cup finely chopped red onion, rinsed and patted dry

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Place beets on a sheet of foil; drizzle with oil, and wrap up. Place the wrapped beets on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast until fork-tender, 1 hour to 1 hour, 10 minutes. Carefully unwrap and let stand until cool enough to handle, about 10 minutes. Peel and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, place potatoes in a large saucepan and add cold water to cover by 2 inches. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium; simmer, uncovered, until the potatoes are just fork-tender, about 12 minutes. Drain and spread on a large plate or large baking sheet; let stand until cool, at least 10 minutes.
  • Using paper towels, gently rub the cooled beets to remove skin. Cut the beets into thin wedges. Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, dill, vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add the beets, potatoes, eggs, pickles and onion; stir gently to combine. Garnish with additional dill, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 calories, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 47 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 329 mg, Sugar 7 g

BEET AND POTATO SALAD



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This is a better version of a ubiquitous salad found in takeout shops all over France. Salade Russe, as it is called, is a mayonnaise-dressed mixture of potatoes, diced carrots, peas and other vegetables, but usually not beets. Yogurt vinaigrette stands in for mayonnaise here.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     salads and dressings, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 pound potatoes
2 large beets, roasted
1 celery rib, diced
1/2 small red onion, minced, soaked in water for 5 minutes, then drained, rinsed and drained on paper towels (optional)
2 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and finely chopped
2 tablespoons minced chives
2 tablespoons Champagne vinegar or sherry vinegar
Salt to taste
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup plain low-fat yogurt
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Cut the potatoes into halves or quarters and steam over 1 inch of boiling water until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from the heat. When they are cool enough to handle, cut in small dice.
  • Peel the beets and cut in small dice. In a large bowl, combine with the potatoes, celery, onion, hard-boiled eggs and chives.
  • In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the vinegar, mustard and salt. Whisk in the olive oil and the yogurt. Toss with the vegetables. Add freshly ground pepper, taste and adjust salt. Serve right away or refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 169, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 321 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

POTATO AND BEET SALAD



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Every Easter my Mom would make this potato salad. This is not exactly hers but my version. Don't wait for Easter make it for your next picnic! Do use new potatoes if you like them firm but I myself like my potatoes soft so I find myself using russets, and if you don't want a precise cut salad with firm potatoes use russet. I find myself rough cutting the russets potatoes because they do fall apart and add to the creaminess of the dressing. FYI-You can toss the cubed, cooked, still warm, potatoes with the vinegar or beet juice and let set till cool even up to over night. Then add remaining ingredients.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Onions

Time 45m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/3 cup white vinegar (or use the juice from the pickled beets for more vibrant color)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2-1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon fresh horseradish
2 tablespoons fresh parsley
1 cup mayonnaise (adding more after tossing with salad ingredients for more creaminess if desired)
5 lbs new potatoes, boiled, peeled and cubed
1 (15 ounce) jar pickled beets, drained and diced
1 red onion, diced fine
1 small green pepper, diced fine
1 stalk celery, diced fine
6 eggs, boiled and diced
1 hard-boiled egg, sliced
paprika (smoked is really good)

Steps:

  • Mix all salad dressing ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Toss remaining ingredients into the large bowl with dressing, toss to coat.
  • Chill for at least 1 hour overnight is best.
  • Top with sliced egg and sprinkle paprika.

GRANDMA'S CREAMY POTATO SALAD



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My grandma makes the best potato salad, but she doesn't use a recipe! So I watched while she put together "a little of this and a little of that" and jotted a recipe that comes close. The creamy dressing also works well for making deviled eggs.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 medium red potatoes, cubed
4 to 5 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
1-1/2 cups mayonnaise
2/3 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1 teaspoon celery seed
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water. Cover and bring to a boil; cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and cool. , Transfer to a large bowl; add eggs. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Pour over potato mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 483 calories, Fat 39g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 134mg cholesterol, Sodium 284mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CREAMY BEET SALAD



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This fresh summer salad is terrific for picnics and barbeques. You can use sour cream in place of the yogurt if you like.

Provided by Erin Gionet

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Beet Salad Recipes

Time 3h

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 medium beets
1 red onion, thinly sliced
½ cucumber, sliced
5 tablespoons plain yogurt
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
½ teaspoon prepared Dijon-style mustard
½ teaspoon prepared horseradish
2 tablespoons dried dill weed
⅓ teaspoon salt
⅓ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Scrub, top, and tail beets. Boil in salted water about 45 minutes, or until tender. Drain hot water from pot, and fill with cold water. Set aside until beets are cool enough to handle.
  • Slice beets thinly, and transfer to a salad bowl. Add onion and cucumber.
  • In separate bowl, combine yogurt, mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, horseradish, dill, and salt and pepper. Pour over vegetables, and toss to combine. Refrigerate 2 hours, or overnight. Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.4 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 292.2 mg, Sugar 9.1 g

CREAMY BEET SALAD



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BEETS , you either love 'em or you hate 'em. I just love them! Here is a great salad. It is perfect for a picnic or pot luck. Good for Thanksgiving and Christmas Holidays too (I just love the pretty red color)!

Provided by Theresa P

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 medium beets (cooked until tender)
1 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cucumber, peeled and sliced
1/2 cup sour cream (I use light) or 1/2 cup plain yogurt (I use light)
1/4 cup mayonnaise (I use light)
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon grated prepared horseradish
2 tablespoons dried dill weed
2 teaspoons sugar
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Peel and slice beets into a mixing bowl.
  • Add onion and cucumber.
  • Mix remaining ingredients in a separate bowl, add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Pour over vegetables.
  • Toss vegetables and dressing lightly to coat.
  • Refrigerate for at least 2 hours for flavors to blend or overnight.
  • Serve chilled. Enjoy!
  • Note: Cook time is for boiling beets.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, organic beets and potatoes.
  • If you don't have time to roast the beets, you can boil them until tender, then peel and dice them.
  • For a creamier salad, use full-fat sour cream and mayonnaise.
  • If you're watching your calories, use light sour cream and mayonnaise, or substitute Greek yogurt for the sour cream.
  • Add some chopped fresh herbs, such as dill, chives, or parsley, to the salad for extra flavor.
  • Serve the salad immediately, or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

This creamy beet and potato salad is a delicious and healthy side dish that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. So next time you're looking for a new salad recipe, give this one a try!

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