Low Fat Maionese de Batata
Brighten up your table with this healthy and flavorful twist on a classic dish—Low Fat Maionese de Batata! This lightened-up Brazilian potato salad swaps traditional mayonnaise for a creamy, tangy dressing made with low-fat plain yogurt, Dijon mustard, and a touch of fresh lemon juice. Featuring tender potatoes, sweet carrots, and vibrant green peas, this veggie-packed side dish is as nutritious as it is delicious. Fresh parsley and green onions add a refreshing burst of color and aroma, while the make-ahead nature of the recipe makes it perfect for gatherings or meal prep. With only 15 minutes of prep and a satisfying balance of textures and flavors, this low-fat potato salad is a go-to option for health-conscious food lovers. Serve it chilled and enjoy the wholesome goodness in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 units medium potatoes
- 2 units carrots
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup low-fat plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
- 2 units green onions
Instructions
Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes approximately 1 inch in size.
Peel the carrots and cut them into similar-sized pieces as the potatoes.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the diced potatoes and carrots.
Cook the potatoes and carrots for about 15 minutes or until they are tender but not mushy.
In the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the frozen peas to the pot.
Once the vegetables are done cooking, drain them well and let them cool completely.
While the vegetables are cooling, prepare the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the low-fat plain yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and green onions and add them to the dressing.
Mix the dressing well until all the ingredients are fully combined.
Once the potatoes, carrots, and peas have cooled, add them to the bowl with the dressing.
Gently fold the vegetables into the dressing, ensuring all pieces are well-coated.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Before serving, give the salad a final stir and garnish with additional chopped parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1366 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 9.1 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 14 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 3075 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 278.6 g | 101% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 41.3 g | 148% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.4 g | ||
| Protein | 49.4 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 688 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 7277 mg | 155% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
