Best 5 Easy Low Fat Potato Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our comprehensive guide to potato salad recipes. From classic and traditional to unique and innovative, this article offers a diverse collection of recipes that cater to every palate. Discover the secrets behind creating the perfect potato salad, whether you prefer a creamy, tangy, or light and refreshing version. Explore variations that incorporate different herbs, spices, and ingredients, transforming this classic dish into a symphony of flavors. Get ready to impress your family and friends with your newfound potato salad mastery.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SKINNY CLASSIC POTATO SALAD



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53% fewer calories • 74% less fat • 75% less sat fat than the original recipe. Feel good about passing this slimmed salad at picnics and potlucks!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 medium red potatoes (2 lb), unpeeled
2 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
2 medium stalks celery, thinly sliced (1 cup)
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
3/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/2 cup fat-free sour cream
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in 4-quart saucepan; add enough water just to cover potatoes. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 20 to 30 minutes or until tender. Drain; let stand until cool enough to handle. Cut potatoes into cubes.
  • In large bowl, place potatoes, eggs, celery and onion; toss gently to mix. In small bowl, mix dressing ingredients until well blended.
  • Add dressing to potato mixture; toss gently to coat. Cover; refrigerate at least 1 hour or until serving time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 370 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

LOW FAT POTATO SALAD



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Relate Jesse and Anne Foust from Bluefield, West Virginia, "We like to make this chunky salad the day before to let the flavors mellow."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds red potatoes, cubed
1/2 cup Italian salad dressing
1 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup thinly sliced radishes
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt, optional
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Cook potatoes in boiling water until tender, about 15-20 minutes; drain thoroughly. Place in a bowl; cool slightly. Pour salad dressing over warm potatoes; toss to coat. Add celery, green pepper, onion, radishes, parsley, salt if desired and pepper; mix well. Combine the mayonnaise, mustard and sugar; pour over potato mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts :

HEALTHIER POTATO SALAD



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Swap most of the mayo for yogurt and crème frâiche and cut the fat of classic new potato salad by almost two thirds

Provided by Angela Nilsen

Categories     Buffet, Lunch, Side dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

750g Charlotte new potato , skins left on
2 tbsp good-quality mayonnaise (we used Hellmann's)
3 tbsp natural yogurt
3 tbsp half-fat crème fraîche
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp semi-skimmed milk
8 spring onions , ends trimmed, halved lengthways and sliced
3 tbsp snipped chive
1 tbsp chopped tarragon

Steps:

  • Cut the potatoes into 2.5-3cm chunks (step 1), so that they are all the same size and will cook evenly. Put them in a pan of boiling water. Once the water has returned to the boil, lower the heat slightly and cook for about 10 mins or until just cooked and still keeping their shape. Tip them into a colander to drain well, then transfer to a large bowl.
  • While the potatoes are cooking, mix together the mayonnaise, yogurt, crème fraîche, mustard and milk. Add the spring onions, then most of the chives and tarragon to the potatoes (step 2). Season with pepper and a pinch of salt.
  • Spoon the dressing over the potatoes while they are still warm (step 3), then toss gently together so that they are well coated but don't break up. Tip the potato salad into a serving bowl and scatter over the remaining chives and tarragon. Serve cold - but the flavour is best if not served straight from the fridge.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 calories, Fat 12.1 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2.7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 21.9 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4.5 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 4.5 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium

OLD FASHIONED POTATO SALAD



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This is potato salad the old-fashioned way, with eggs, celery and relish. It's really good to serve with chili.

Provided by jewellkay

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Dairy-Free Potato Salad Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 potatoes
3 eggs
1 cup chopped celery
½ cup chopped onion
½ cup sweet pickle relish
¼ teaspoon garlic salt
¼ teaspoon celery salt
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes. Drain, cool, peel and chop.
  • Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil; cover, remove from heat, and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, cool, peel and chop.
  • In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, eggs, celery, onion, relish, garlic salt, celery salt, mustard, pepper and mayonnaise. Mix together well and refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.4 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Cholesterol 72.4 mg, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 334.7 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

LOW-FAT POTATO SALAD



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This is a deliciously creamy yet low-fat potato salad. The french dressing plus the mayo and yogurt adds some tang and colour to the salad. I have never felt the need to add any salt to this recipe. Plan ahead, this salad needs 2x4 hours chill time. NOTE: If you choose to use the whole eggs instead of egg whites the fat content of this salad will increase. It is also nice to use the 3 or 4 egg whites and then use one sliced whole egg as a decorative topping.

Provided by LUv 2 BaKE

Categories     Potato

Time 8h25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 -8 medium potatoes, unpeeled, cooked and cooled slightly
1/4 cup low-fat French dressing (the bottled kind)
1 cup celery, chopped
1/2 cup dill pickle, chopped
1/2 cup red pepper, chopped
1/4 cup green onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup radish, thinly sliced
1/2 cup light mayonnaise
1/2 cup plain fat-free yogurt
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
4 hard-cooked egg white or 3 whole hardboiled egg

Steps:

  • Peel warm potatoes; cut into cubes.
  • Place the cubed potatoes into a large bowl; Pour French dressing over them and toss; Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  • After the 4 hours, add celery pickle, pepper, onion, and radishes to the potatoes; toss.
  • In a small bowl mix together mayonnaise, yogurt, mustard, lemon juice, salt (if desired), and pepper.
  • Pour dressing over salad; toss; stir in egg whites.
  • Cover salad and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Before serving, if desired, sprinkle with paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.6, Fat 9.9, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 5.6, Sodium 1388.2, Carbohydrate 39.8, Fiber 7.5, Sugar 6.3, Protein 10.5

Tips:

  • For a creamier salad, use Yukon Gold potatoes.
  • To make the salad ahead of time, boil the potatoes and eggs the day before and store them in the refrigerator. Assemble the salad just before serving.
  • If you don't have time to boil the potatoes, you can use pre-cooked potatoes from the deli section of the grocery store.
  • Add some chopped celery or red onion for extra flavor.
  • Garnish the salad with fresh parsley or chives.

Conclusion:

This easy potato salad recipe is a delicious and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is low in fat and calories, and it is packed with flavor. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make a delicious potato salad that everyone will love.

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