Best 4 Faux Potato Salad Recipes
**Potato salad? No, it's cauliflower!**
Craving for a creamy, tangy, and refreshing potato salad but watching your carb intake? Look no further! This article presents a collection of three delectable faux potato salad recipes that will satisfy your cravings without compromising your diet goals. From a classic mayonnaise-based salad to a healthier yogurt-based version and a vegan option, these recipes are guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied. Dive in and discover the incredible versatility of cauliflower as it transforms into a delicious and nutritious potato salad substitute.
FAUX POTATO SALAD
Cauliflower in potato salad? You bet, along with carrots, olives and other yummy surprises. -Mike Schulz, Tawas City, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring 1 in. of water to a boil. Add cauliflower florets; cook, covered, 4-7 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and rinse in cold water. Pat dry and place in a large bowl. Add carrot, eggs, green onions, celery, olives, radishes and pickle., In a small bowl, mix the remaining ingredients. Add to cauliflower mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 61 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 375mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
FAUX POTATO SALAD WITH CAULIFLOWER
I love a good potato salad. It's one of those warm weather dishes that I could, honestly, made a meal of. It's not carb friendly at all though. From the low carb lucy website.
Provided by Tiz4tggr
Categories Cauliflower
Time 15m
Yield 1 Cup, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place chopped cauliflower into a medium bowl with 1/4 cup of water. Cover with plastic wrap and cook in microwave, on high for 4 1/2 minutes.
- Drain cauliflower and place into ice water bath to stop cooking and chill.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine dressing ingredients and mix well.
- After 5 minutes or so, the cauliflower should be chilled. Drain well, then dry between a few layers of paper towels. You don't want any water to water down your dressing.
- Add the cauliflower to the bowl of dressing and combine.
- Garnish with mix ins. Stir to combine before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 70, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 33.8, Sodium 202.6, Carbohydrate 7.2, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 2.7, Protein 4.1
LOW-CARB FAUXTATO SALAD
Low-carb cauliflower salad that tastes just like a standard potato salad; serve chilled or warm.
Provided by SHAUNH
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Cauliflower
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add cauliflower, cover, and steam until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Mix cauliflower, eggs, mayonnaise, dill pickle relish, green onion, mustard, salt, and pepper together in a bowl.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.7 g, Cholesterol 222.4 mg, Fat 27.5 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 9.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 409.9 mg, Sugar 4.5 g
CAULIFLOWER FAUX-TATO SALAD
Bring this "faux-tato" salad toyour next cookout. It'll raise the bar for how good a vegetable salad can be-even without the carbs! Steamed cauliflower tossed with celery, onion, and a mustard vinaigrette results in a salad with satisfyingly tender bites that gets even better the next day as the flavors meld.
Provided by Lauryn Tyrell
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Vegetarian Recipes
Time 55m
Yield Serves 4 to 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Soak onion in water 10 minutes; drain and pat dry. In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar, lemon juice, and mustard with oil; season with salt and pepper. Stir in onion, celery stalks and leaves.
- Cut 1 pound cauliflower into bite-size florets (3 cups). Steam in a pot of salted simmering water fitted with a steamer basket until tender, 7 to 8 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly; add to salad. Toss to combine, season to taste, and serve. Salad can be transferred to an airtight container and refrigerated for up to 5 days.
Tips:
- For a more authentic potato salad flavor, use a combination of cauliflower and turnips.
- Be sure to grate the vegetables finely so that they resemble potatoes.
- To add a smoky flavor, roast the cauliflower and turnips before grating them.
- For a creamy dressing, use a combination of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and sour cream.
- Be sure to season the dressing to taste with salt, pepper, and other desired seasonings.
- For a healthier version, use a low-fat or fat-free mayonnaise and Greek yogurt.
- Add chopped hard-boiled eggs, celery, and carrots for a classic potato salad flavor.
- Serve the salad chilled for best results.
Conclusion:
This faux potato salad is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional potato salad. It is perfect for picnics, potlucks, and summer gatherings. With its creamy dressing and flavorful vegetables, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting side dish, give this faux potato salad a try. You won't be disappointed!
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