Description
A delightful vegan twist on the classic potato salad, featuring tender smashed potatoes, fresh veggies, and a creamy dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Potatoes (Yukon Gold or red)
- 1/4 cup Olive Oil
- 1/2 cup Vegan Mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard
- 2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 cup Celery (diced)
- 1/2 cup Red Onion (diced)
- 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs (parsley, chopped)
- Salt & Pepper (to taste)
- Paprika (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep Your Potatoes: Scrub the potatoes clean and cut them into quarters. Place in a pot, cover with water and add salt.
- Boil to Perfection: Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
- Drain and Smash: Drain the potatoes and let cool before smashing to a chunky consistency.
- Mix the Good Stuff: In a bowl, whisk olive oil, vegan mayo, mustard, and vinegar until smooth.
- Combine with Veggies: Add smashed potatoes to a bowl, pour dressing over, and fold in celery, red onion, and herbs.
- Season to Taste: Add salt, pepper, and paprika to your liking.
- Chill Out: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Toss gently and garnish with extra paprika before serving.
Notes
Perfect for picnics or barbecues. Can be customized with different herbs or add-ins like nuts or olives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling, Mixing, Chilling
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: vegan, potato salad, summer recipe, healthy salad, comfort food