Best 8 Creamy Fauxtato Salad Recipes

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If you're looking for a delicious and creamy side dish, fauxtato salad is the perfect recipe for you. Made with cauliflower instead of potatoes, this salad is much lower in carbs and calories, but just as satisfying. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. With its creamy dressing and crunchy texture, fauxtato salad is sure to be a hit at your next potluck or picnic.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LOW-CARB FAUXTATO SALAD



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Low-carb cauliflower salad that tastes just like a standard potato salad; serve chilled or warm.

Provided by SHAUNH

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cauliflower

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 head cauliflower, cut into bite-size pieces
4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
½ cup mayonnaise, or more to taste
2 tablespoons dill pickle relish
2 tablespoons diced green onion
1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add cauliflower, cover, and steam until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Mix cauliflower, eggs, mayonnaise, dill pickle relish, green onion, mustard, salt, and pepper together in a bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.7 g, Cholesterol 222.4 mg, Fat 27.5 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 9.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 409.9 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

CREAMY FAUXTATO SALAD



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I wanted to find a keto-friendly way to still have my potato salad with the Christmas ham. Came out so good, hubby went back for seconds. Essentially, you can just replace the potatoes with steamed cauliflower in your favorite potato salad recipe. I took my mom's creamy potato salad and changed the potatoes for cauliflower.

Provided by April D

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cauliflower

Time 6h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized pieces
3 stalks celery, sliced
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
⅓ cup finely chopped onion, or more to taste
1 ¼ cups mayonnaise (such as Duke's®)
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 tablespoon mustard
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
6 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped

Steps:

  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and add water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add cauliflower, cover, and steam until tender, about 7 minutes. Remove from heat and immediately rinse with cold water, then set aside to cool.
  • Combine celery, green pepper, and onion in a large bowl. Add mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper and thoroughly mix together. Add cauliflower and eggs; toss lightly until mixed.
  • Cover and chill for until flavors have melded, 6 to 24 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.2 calories, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 114.7 mg, Fat 20.9 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 312.2 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

CREAMY POTATO SALAD



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Provided by Nancy Fuller

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
6 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
3 scallions, sliced
2 celery stalks, chopped fine
2 shallots, chopped fine
1 lemon, juiced

Steps:

  • Put the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cool water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, 12 to 15 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mustard, sugar, salt, pepper, eggs, scallions, celery, shallots and lemon juice; stir to mix together. Add the mixture to the potatoes while still hot, mixing until the potatoes are coated. Transfer to a serving bowl.

CREAMY POTATO SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Boil, peel and cube 1 pound potatoes. Toss with 1 tablespoon cider vinegar and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Mix 1/4 cup each mayonnaise and sour cream and 2 tablespoons each horseradish and chopped chives. Toss with the potatoes, 1 chopped celery stalk, and salt and pepper.

CREAMY POTATO SALAD



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There's no way around it; the best part of picnics is the potato salad. Pair our creamy potato salad recipe with barbeque, anything from the grill or even as a potluck entrée! For any warm-weather get-togethers, this potato salad recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Consider jazzing up your potato salad dressing and adding some bacon, diced ham, pepperoni or salami to your side. We love sprinkling fresh herbs before serving for a little extra color and taste. Win-win!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 4h55m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 pounds round red or white potatoes (about 6 medium), peeled
1 1/2 cups mayonnaise or salad dressing
1 tablespoon white or cider vinegar
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 medium stalks celery, chopped (1 cup)
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
4 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
Paprika, if desired

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in 3-quart saucepan; add enough water to cover potatoes. Cover and heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Cook covered 25 to 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender; drain. Let stand until cool enough to handle. Cut potatoes into cubes.
  • Mix mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper in large glass or plastic bowl.
  • Add potatoes, celery and onion; toss. Stir in eggs. Sprinkle with paprika. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours to blend flavors and chill. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 480 mg

THE BEST CREAMY PASTA SALAD RECIPE



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The absolute BEST Creamy Pasta Salad made with broccoli, cucumbers, olives, cheese, red onion, red pepper, and broccoli then tossed in a sweet and tangy dressing. This is the perfect pasta salad for parties and potlucks!

Provided by Elyse

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) package Ditalini pasta (or whatever pasta you have on hand)
1 cup broccoli florets (chopped)
1/2 red onion (minced)
1 red bell pepper (minced)
1 cucumber (diced)
1 (3.8 ounce) can sliced olives (drained)
1 cup block Colby Jack cheese (cubed)
1 cup Mayonnaise
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente. Rinse well with cold water until pasta is cold.
  • Place cooked and cooled pasta in a large mixing or serving bowl.
  • Mix in broccoli florets, red onion, red bell pepper, cucumber, sliced olives and cheese.
  • Whisk together all dressing ingredients and pour over pasta and other ingredients.
  • Gently fold in dressing until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

FAUX POTATO SALAD



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Cauliflower in potato salad? You bet, along with carrots, olives and other yummy surprises. -Mike Schulz, Tawas City, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 medium head cauliflower, broken into florets
1 medium carrot, chopped
2 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
4 green onions, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1/4 cup pitted green olives, halved lengthwise
1/4 cup thinly sliced radishes
1/4 cup chopped dill pickle
1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 1 in. of water to a boil. Add cauliflower florets; cook, covered, 4-7 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and rinse in cold water. Pat dry and place in a large bowl. Add carrot, eggs, green onions, celery, olives, radishes and pickle., In a small bowl, mix the remaining ingredients. Add to cauliflower mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 375mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CAULIFLOWER FAUX-TATO SALAD



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Bring this "faux-tato" salad toyour next cookout. It'll raise the bar for how good a vegetable salad can be-even without the carbs! Steamed cauliflower tossed with celery, onion, and a mustard vinaigrette results in a salad with satisfyingly tender bites that gets even better the next day as the flavors meld.

Provided by Lauryn Tyrell

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Vegetarian Recipes

Time 55m

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup sliced red onion
4 teaspoons red-wine vinegar
4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
4 teaspoons grainy mustard
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup finely chopped celery stalks, plus 1/4 cup chopped celery leaves
1 pound cauliflower, cut into bite-size florets (3 cups)

Steps:

  • Soak onion in water 10 minutes; drain and pat dry. In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar, lemon juice, and mustard with oil; season with salt and pepper. Stir in onion, celery stalks and leaves.
  • Cut 1 pound cauliflower into bite-size florets (3 cups). Steam in a pot of salted simmering water fitted with a steamer basket until tender, 7 to 8 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly; add to salad. Toss to combine, season to taste, and serve. Salad can be transferred to an airtight container and refrigerated for up to 5 days.

Tips:

1. Choose the Right Potatoes:
  • For a creamy texture, use Yukon Gold or russet potatoes.
  • For a firmer texture, use red or fingerling potatoes.
  • 2. Cook the Potatoes Thoroughly:
  • Boil or steam the potatoes until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
  • 3. Cool the Potatoes Completely:
  • Allow the potatoes to cool completely before dicing them.
  • This will prevent the potatoes from absorbing too much mayonnaise.
  • 4. Use High-Quality Mayonnaise:
  • Choose a mayonnaise that you enjoy the taste of.
  • For a lighter salad, use a low-fat or light mayonnaise.
  • 5. Add Your Favorite Ingredients:
  • Feel free to add other ingredients to your salad, such as chopped celery, onion, hard-boiled eggs, or bacon.
  • For a tangy flavor, add a splash of vinegar or lemon juice.
  • 6. Chill the Salad Before Serving:
  • Allow the salad to chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • This will help the flavors to meld and the salad to become more creamy.
  • Conclusion:

    Creamy faux potato salad is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is perfect for potlucks, picnics, and barbecues. With its creamy texture and tangy flavor, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. So next time you are looking for a new side dish to try, give creamy faux potato salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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