Best 7 Salad Of Boiled Potatoes Avocado And Cress Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our tantalizing Salad of Boiled Potatoes, Avocado, and Cress. This delectable dish combines the earthy goodness of boiled potatoes, the creamy richness of avocado, and the peppery zest of cress, creating a harmonious balance of textures and tastes. Discover three variations of this salad, each offering unique twists on the classic combination. Embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind this refreshing and flavorful salad, perfect for summer gatherings, light lunches, or as a vibrant side dish.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

AVOCADO AND WATERCRESS SALAD



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Provided by Maggie Ruggiero

Categories     Salad     Appetizer     No-Cook     Picnic     Low Carb     Quick & Easy     High Fiber     Low Sodium     Mother's Day     Dinner     Avocado     Spring     Summer     Healthy     Potluck     Watercress     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Kosher

Yield makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup rice vinegar (not seasoned)
1 tablespoon grated sweet onion such as Vidalia or Walla Walla (use large holes of a box grater)
1/4 cup finely grated peeled Gala apple (use small holes of box grater)
4 teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
6 cups watercress (thin stems and leaves only; from 1 large bunch)
1 firm-ripe avocado

Steps:

  • Stir together vinegar, onion, apple, soy sauce, and sugar until sugar has dissolved, then stir in oil.
  • Just before serving, toss watercress with enough dressing to coat. Quarter, pit, and peel avocado, then cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Gently toss with watercress.

POTATO AND WATERCRESS SALAD



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Provided by Jacques Pepin

Categories     weekday, salads and dressings

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 pounds small red potatoes
2 bunches watercress
1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard
1/3 cup peanut oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Remove and discard eyes and any damaged parts of potatoes, but do not peel them. Rinse well under cold water, place in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil over high heat; then, reduce heat to medium. Boil gently until potatoes are tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Drain any water from the potatoes, and spread them out in a gratin dish to cool. When cool enough to handle, cut the unpeeled potatoes into 1/2-inch slices. Spread the slices out in a single layer, so they are less likely to break, in the gratin dish.
  • Trim the watercress stems, removing about 2 inches, and set the trimmings aside for a soup, perhaps. Wash the trimmed watercress and dry thoroughly. There should be about 4 cups.
  • Mix the remaining ingredients together in a bowl large enough to hold the finished salad. Do not worry if these dressing ingredients separate. The mixture should not be emulsified.
  • At serving time, add the potatoes and watercress to the dressing in the bowl, and toss lightly but thoroughly. Serve immediately, as the watercress tends to wilt quickly once it is combined with the dressing.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 194, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 393 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

POTATO & AVOCADO SALAD



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The perfect side salad that counts as 1 of your 5-a-day

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Side dish, Snack, Supper

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 6

500g new potatoes
1 tbsp olive oil
squeeze of lemon juice
2 avocados
handful of toasted almonds
2 tubs mustard cress

Steps:

  • Slice the potatoes into thick rounds and boil for about 10 mins until tender, then drain. Whisk the olive oil and lemon juice together in a large bowl with a little salt and pepper, then toss in the hot potatoes and leave to cool.
  • Halve, stone and peel the avocados and cut into similar-sized chunks. When ready to serve, toss all the ingredients in with the potatoes and serve straight away.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 24 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 22 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, Sodium 0.31 milligram of sodium

AVOCADO POTATO SALAD



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I got this potato salad recipe from a friend who got it from an adapted recipe from the California Avocado Commission. It's a wonderful recipe, that is lighter because the wonderful tangy dressing substitutes for mayo in most salads such as this. Lots of wonderful flavors, textures, and colors! You may serve this at room temperature, but it is best covered tightly and chilled for 1 to 3 hrs before serving. Can be prepared up to three hours in advance before serving.

Provided by LINDA01K

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Red Potato Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 medium unpeeled red potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 each avocados - peeled, pitted, and cubed
6 tablespoons lime juice, divided
2 cloves garlic, crushed
½ cup nonfat plain yogurt
2 tablespoons honey mustard
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ cup chopped sweet onion
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large pot with water to cover. Bring to a boil; continue to boil until just tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, toss avocado with 2 tablespoons of lime juice and set aside.
  • Drain the potatoes and place in a bowl of cold water to cool, about 10 minutes. Drain well and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Whisk remaining lime juice, garlic, yogurt, honey mustard, olive oil, sugar, salt, and pepper together in a nonreactive bowl for dressing. Taste and adjust seasoning to your liking.
  • Pour the dressing over potatoes and toss gently. Gently fold in avocados, onion, and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237.8 calories, Carbohydrate 36.1 g, Cholesterol 0.4 mg, Fat 9.6 g, Fiber 6.5 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 349 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

MOM'S POTATO WATERCRESS SALAD



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 pounds small, white skinned waxy potatoes, like Yukon Golds
A drizzle extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons prepared horseradish or 1/2 teaspoon wasabi powder
1 bunch watercress, washed
Coarse salt

Steps:

  • Quarter potatoes and place in a medium saucepan, cover with water, and place over high heat to bring water to a boil. Boil potatoes until just tender, 10 minutes. Drain and return to warm sauce pan. Drizzle potatoes with a touch of oil and let stand 5 minutes in warm pot to dry them out.
  • Transfer cooked potatoes to a bowl. Combine yogurt, oil, and horseradish and pour over potatoes. Coarsely chop the leafy tops of watercress and add to the mixing bowl with potatoes. Sprinkle a little coarse salt over the bowl and toss salad to coat evenly. Adjust salt to your taste and serve at room temperature.

BOILED POTATO SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 to 10 Idaho potatoes
4 to 5 boiled eggs
1/2 pound bacon cooked and crumbled
2 celery ribs
2 tablespoons diced pimentos
3/4 teaspoons steak dust (recommended: Bob Tallman's cowboy blend of garlic, black pepper, sea salt, onion, and sugar)
1/4 teaspoon panhandle pepper (recommended: Bob Tallman's cowboy orange seasoning - gourmet black pepper, garlic, onion, and orange oil)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
Paprika, mint or basil leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • Boil the potatoes. After the eggs, potatoes, and bacon are cooked you must dice the ingredients. Mix all ingredients together and serve in Grandma's glass tumblers. Dip rims in water and dip in paprika and finish it off with a fresh mint or basil leaf.

CREAMY AVOCADO POTATO SALAD



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Avocados and potatoes, what could be better?

Provided by AYOUNGSTEDT

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Red Potato Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds red potatoes, diced
1 (6 ounce) container plain yogurt
½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup finely chopped cilantro
⅓ cup chopped red onion
1 lime, juiced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 avocados - peeled, pitted, and diced
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain and let cool.
  • Combine yogurt, mayonnaise, cilantro, onion, lime juice, and garlic in a large bowl. Fold in avocados. Toss in potatoes until coated. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369.8 calories, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 8.6 mg, Fat 25.1 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 165.8 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

Tips:

  • For the best results, use waxy potatoes, such as new potatoes or fingerling potatoes, as they hold their shape well when boiled.
  • To prevent the potatoes from discoloring, place them in a bowl of cold water as soon as they are cooked.
  • If you don't have any cress, you can substitute another leafy green, such as arugula or spinach.
  • For a more flavorful salad, use a good quality olive oil and vinegar. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or a dollop of Dijon mustard to taste.
  • This salad is best served immediately after it is made, as the potatoes will start to absorb the dressing and become soggy if they sit for too long.

Conclusion:

This salad of boiled potatoes, avocado, and cress is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover potatoes. The potatoes are creamy and tender, the avocado is rich and flavorful, and the cress adds a peppery bite. This salad is sure to please everyone at your table.

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