Best 7 Almost Fat Free Green Onion Potato Salad Recipes

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Green onion potato salad is a classic side dish that is often served at picnics, potlucks, and barbecues. However, traditional recipes for this dish are often high in fat due to the use of mayonnaise and sour cream. This article will provide a recipe for a delicious and healthy green onion potato salad that is almost fat-free. The recipe uses low-fat yogurt and Dijon mustard instead of mayonnaise and sour cream, and it also includes a variety of fresh vegetables, such as green onions, celery, and red bell pepper. This salad is a great way to add some healthy fats and fiber to your diet, and it is also a good source of vitamins and minerals.

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ALMOST FAT-FREE GREEN ONION POTATO SALAD



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Categories     Vegetable     Potato     Yogurt

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds red potatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 bunch green onions, chopped/dark green parts separated from white and light green parts
3 cloves garlic, minced
3/4 cup plain yogurt
1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 recipe (to taste) salt and freshly ground black pepper

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 20 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water until cool enough to handle. Peel potatoes and cut into 1/2-inch cubes.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir white and light green onion pieces until soft and slightly golden, 3 to 5 minutes. Add garlic, stir, and remove skillet from heat.
  • Stir potatoes, green onion-garlic mixture, dark green onion pieces, yogurt, yellow mustard, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl until evenly combined.

ALMOST FAT-FREE GREEN ONION POTATO SALAD



Almost Fat-Free Green Onion Potato Salad image

Potato salad is the first food I can remember eating. Since it was my first culinary memory I am very particular about how I like my potato salad made. Basically, there's my mom's recipe, which is perfect, and every other version. So while I usually don't stray from what I consider 'real' potato salad, once in a while I will mix it up and try something new.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Red Potato Salad

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds red potatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 bunch green onions, chopped, dark green parts separated from white and light green parts
3 cloves minced garlic
¾ cup plain yogurt
1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
1 pinch cayenne pepper
salt and freshly 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 20 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water until cool enough to handle. Peel potatoes and cut into 1/2-inch cubes.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir white and light green onion pieces until soft and slightly golden, 3 to 5 minutes. Add garlic, stir, and remove skillet from heat.
  • Stir potatoes, green onion-garlic mixture, dark green onion pieces, yogurt, yellow mustard, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl until evenly combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Cholesterol 1.8 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 46.6 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

GREEN ONION POTATO SALAD



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Ever since I can remember, my aunt Beverly has made this potato salad for special occasions. She gave me the recipe a few years ago, and I've been making it for parties and my card clubs. I get many requests for the recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 medium red potatoes, cubed
2 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
1/4 cup chopped dill pickle
1 green onion, chopped
3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons plus 3/4 teaspoon green onion dip mix
2-1/4 teaspoons cider vinegar
3/4 teaspoon sugar
3/4 teaspoon minced fresh parsley
3/4 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool to room temperature., In a small bowl, combine the potatoes, eggs, pickle and green onion. In another bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over potato mixture and toss gently to coat. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465 calories, Fat 36g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 121mg cholesterol, Sodium 1044mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

ALMOST FAT-FREE GREEN ONION POTATO SALAD



Almost Fat-Free Green Onion Potato Salad image

Potato salad is the first food I can remember eating. Since it was my first culinary memory I am very particular about how I like my potato salad made. Basically, there's my mom's recipe, which is perfect, and every other version. So while I usually don't stray from what I consider 'real' potato salad, once in a while I will mix it up and try something new.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Red Potato Salad

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds red potatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 bunch green onions, chopped, dark green parts separated from white and light green parts
3 cloves minced garlic
¾ cup plain yogurt
1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
1 pinch cayenne pepper
salt and freshly 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 20 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water until cool enough to handle. Peel potatoes and cut into 1/2-inch cubes.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir white and light green onion pieces until soft and slightly golden, 3 to 5 minutes. Add garlic, stir, and remove skillet from heat.
  • Stir potatoes, green onion-garlic mixture, dark green onion pieces, yogurt, yellow mustard, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl until evenly combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Cholesterol 1.8 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 46.6 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

ALMOST FAT-FREE GREEN ONION POTATO SALAD



Almost Fat-Free Green Onion Potato Salad image

Potato salad is the first food I can remember eating. Since it was my first culinary memory I am very particular about how I like my potato salad made. Basically, there's my mom's recipe, which is perfect, and every other version. So while I usually don't stray from what I consider 'real' potato salad, once in a while I will mix it up and try something new.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Red Potato Salad

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds red potatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 bunch green onions, chopped, dark green parts separated from white and light green parts
3 cloves minced garlic
¾ cup plain yogurt
1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
1 pinch cayenne pepper
salt and freshly 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 20 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water until cool enough to handle. Peel potatoes and cut into 1/2-inch cubes.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir white and light green onion pieces until soft and slightly golden, 3 to 5 minutes. Add garlic, stir, and remove skillet from heat.
  • Stir potatoes, green onion-garlic mixture, dark green onion pieces, yogurt, yellow mustard, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl until evenly combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Cholesterol 1.8 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 46.6 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

GREEN ONION POTATO SALAD



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Make and share this Green Onion Potato Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by vegan mom

Categories     Potato

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 lbs red potatoes
1 tablespoon salt, divided
2 teaspoons salt, divided
1 1/4 cups vegan mayonnaise (use Vegenaise)
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 jalapeno peppers, chopped and sauteed in a pan with a little oil
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
6 green onions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Cover potatoes with water in a 4-quart saucepot. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon salt. Reduce heat to low and simmer 20-30 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Drain and cool slightly. Slice into 1/4-inch thick slices.
  • Combine Vegenaise, vinegar, jalapeno peppers, 2 teaspoons salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Stir in remaining ingredients and toss gently to coat. If desired, season with additional salt and pepper. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.4, Fat 10, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 12, Sodium 2230.1, Carbohydrate 45.6, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 6.5, Protein 4.8

ALMOST FAT-FREE GREEN ONION POTATO SALAD



Almost Fat-Free Green Onion Potato Salad image

Potato salad is the first food I can remember eating. Since it was my first culinary memory I am very particular about how I like my potato salad made. Basically, there's my mom's recipe, which is perfect, and every other version. So while I usually don't stray from what I consider 'real' potato salad, once in a while I will mix it up and try something new.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Red Potato Salad

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds red potatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 bunch green onions, chopped, dark green parts separated from white and light green parts
3 cloves minced garlic
¾ cup plain yogurt
1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
1 pinch cayenne pepper
salt and freshly 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 20 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water until cool enough to handle. Peel potatoes and cut into 1/2-inch cubes.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir white and light green onion pieces until soft and slightly golden, 3 to 5 minutes. Add garlic, stir, and remove skillet from heat.
  • Stir potatoes, green onion-garlic mixture, dark green onion pieces, yogurt, yellow mustard, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl until evenly combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Cholesterol 1.8 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 46.6 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh green onions and potatoes.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  • To make the potato salad ahead of time, cook the potatoes and eggs the day before and store them in the refrigerator. Assemble the salad just before serving.
  • Garnish the potato salad with additional chopped green onions, dill, or chives before serving.

Conclusion:

This almost fat-free green onion potato salad is a delicious and healthy side dish that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, making it a great option for busy weeknights. With its creamy buttermilk dressing and fresh green onions, this potato salad is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.

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