Description
Avocado Potato Salad is a refreshing and nutritious twist on the classic potato salad, perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or casual dinners. This vibrant dish replaces traditional mayonnaise with creamy avocados, providing healthy fats and essential nutrients without sacrificing flavor. With tender potatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and a zesty touch of lime juice, this easy-to-prepare salad is sure to impress your guests while keeping things light and delicious. Ideal as a side for grilled meats or enjoyed on its own, Avocado Potato Salad brings a burst of freshness to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb potatoes (washed and peeled)
- 3 large avocados
- 1 small Persian or Kirby cucumber (chopped into small cubes)
- 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh cilantro
- Juice of 1/2 a lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes in a large pot of water for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and let cool before cutting them into 1/2 inch cubes.
- While the potatoes cool, halve the avocados, remove the pits, and cut them into cubes.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled potato cubes, avocado, cucumber, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until the avocado coats the potatoes.
- Adjust seasoning to taste and serve chilled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: SIDES
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg