Best 6 Santa Fe Potato Salad Recipes

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In the vibrant tapestry of American cuisine, the Santa Fe Potato Salad stands out as a culinary masterpiece, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that pays homage to the rich culinary heritage of the American Southwest. This tantalizing dish, often served at festive gatherings and backyard barbecues, is a symphony of flavors, combining tender potatoes, crisp vegetables, and a zesty dressing that captures the essence of the region.

Our collection of Santa Fe Potato Salad recipes offers a delightful array of culinary experiences, each with its unique twist on this classic dish. From the traditional version, featuring a tangy dressing made with roasted red peppers, chili powder, and cumin, to innovative variations that incorporate grilled corn, black beans, and avocado, there's a recipe here to suit every palate.

For those who love a bit of heat, our Spicy Santa Fe Potato Salad packs a flavorful punch with the addition of jalapeños and chipotle peppers. If you prefer a milder option, our Creamy Santa Fe Potato Salad offers a velvety dressing made with sour cream and mayonnaise, balanced by the smokiness of roasted poblano peppers.

Vegetarians and vegans will delight in our hearty Roasted Vegetable Santa Fe Potato Salad, where roasted sweet potatoes, zucchini, and bell peppers take center stage. And for a lighter take on this classic, our Grilled Shrimp Santa Fe Potato Salad combines succulent shrimp with a zesty dressing infused with lime and cilantro.

No matter your preference, our Santa Fe Potato Salad recipes promise an explosion of flavors and textures that will transport your taste buds to the heart of the Southwest. So gather your ingredients, fire up the grill, and embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the vibrant spirit of Santa Fe.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

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

FESTIVE POTATO SALAD



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Every member of my family (my husband and I have two grown sons and a grandson) likes creamy-type potato salads. So I make mine often for many occasions. It's usually partially eaten before I can even announce, "It's ready"!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

8 medium red potatoes, cooked and cubed
2 celery ribs with leaves, thinly sliced
2 green onions with tops, chopped
4 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
1/2 cup chopped peeled cucumber
1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1-1/4 cups mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup plain yogurt
1 tablespoon each minced fresh basil, marjoram and dill or 1 teaspoon each dried basil, marjoram and dill weed
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 plum tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In another bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, yogurt and seasonings. Pour over potato mixture; toss to coat. Gently stir in tomatoes, peas and cheese. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 21g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 80mg cholesterol, Sodium 284mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

SANTA FE POTATO SALAD



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This clever combination of tastes and textures features hominy, cilantro, jicama, jalapeños, lime juice and cumin. From Bon Appetit magazine.

Provided by Pinay0618

Categories     Potato

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup olive oil
6 tablespoons fresh lime juice
3 large garlic cloves, peeled
2 tablespoons chopped jalapeno chilies (with seeds)
3 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 (15 ounce) can yellow hominy, drained
3/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2/3 cup diced peeled jicama
1/2 cup chopped white onion
2 lbs medium-large yukon gold potatoes, unpeeled (about 6)

Steps:

  • Purée first 6 ingredients in blender until almost smooth. Season generously with salt. Pour dressing into medium bowl. Mix in hominy, 1/2 cup cilantro, jicama and onion. Let stand for 30 minutes.
  • Steam potatoes until tender, about 30 minutes. Cool 15 minutes; peel. Cut lengthwise in half, then crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Place in large bowl. Add hominy mixture and toss to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup cilantro. (Can be prepared up to 2 hours ahead. Cover and let stand at room temperature.).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.4, Fat 19.1, SaturatedFat 2.6, Sodium 161.2, Carbohydrate 46.1, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 2.6, Protein 4.6

SANTA FE POTATO SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Potato     Side     Steam     Summer     Jícama     Jalapeño     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup olive oil
6 tablespoons fresh lime juice
3 large garlic cloves, peeled
2 tablespoons chopped jalapeño chilies with seeds
3 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 15-ounce can golden hominy, drained
3/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2/3 cup diced peeled jicama
1/2 cup chopped white onion
2 pounds medium-large Yukon Gold potatoes (about 6), unpeeled

Steps:

  • Purée first 6 ingredients in blender until almost smooth. Season generously with salt. Pour dressing into medium bowl. Mix in hominy, 1/2 cup cilantro, jicama and onion. Let stand for 30 minutes.
  • Steam potatoes until tender, about 30 minutes. Cool 15 minutes; peel. Cut lengthwise in half, then crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Place in large bowl. Add hominy mixture and toss to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup cilantro. (Can be prepared up to 2 hours ahead. Cover and let stand at room temperature.)

SANTA FE SALAD



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From Newport News, Virginia, Gail Park shares a colorful stand-alone salad that her family simply loves. "People always ask for the recipe when I bring it to a potlucks," she adds. "The zippy dressing and mix of crunchy veggies with beans is a winning combination!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2-1/2 cups cut fresh green beans
1 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/4 cup fat-free sour cream
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash cayenne pepper
2 cups frozen corn, thawed
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 small sweet red pepper, finely chopped
1 small red onion, chopped
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Place green beans in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil; cover and cook for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and immediately place beans in ice water. Drain and pat dry. , For dressing, in a small bowl, combine the cilantro, sour cream, lime juice, vinegar, garlic, cumin, salt and cayenne. , In a large bowl, combine the green beans, corn, pinto beans, black beans, red pepper, onion, chilies and olives. Sprinkle with cheese. Pour dressing over salad; toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 374mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SANTA FE RICE SALAD



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Great black bean and rice salad!

Provided by GOJAGUARS

Categories     Salad     Grains     Rice Salad Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

⅔ cup uncooked white rice
1 ⅓ cups water
¾ cup black beans, drained and rinsed
1 large tomato, seeded and diced
¾ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
⅓ cup sliced green onions
⅓ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup vinegar
1 tablespoon diced jalapeno peppers
½ teaspoon white sugar
salt to taste
1 avocado - peeled, pitted and diced

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add rice and stir. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from heat and chill.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the rice, beans, tomato, cheese and green onion.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, peppers, sugar and salt. Pour over the rice mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate salad for 30 minutes. Top with avocado just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.4 g, Cholesterol 14.8 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 232.2 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

Tips:

  • Make sure your potatoes are cooked through but not overcooked. You want them to be tender but still hold their shape.
  • Dice your potatoes into small, bite-sized pieces. This will help them absorb the flavors of the dressing.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your salad. This will add color, texture, and flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different dressings. Santa Fe potato salad is a great opportunity to get creative.
  • Chill your salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.

Conclusion:

Santa Fe potato salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or a main course. It's perfect for potlucks, picnics, and barbecues. With its bold flavors and colorful ingredients, Santa Fe potato salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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