Best 3 Cuban Potato Salad Recipes

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Cuban potato salad is a traditional Cuban dish that is commonly served as a side dish or appetizer. It is a flavorful and refreshing salad that is made with cooked potatoes, mayonnaise, mustard, onion, and celery. The potatoes are typically boiled or steamed until tender, then diced and mixed with the other ingredients. Cuban potato salad is often served chilled and garnished with parsley or cilantro. It is a popular dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CUBAN POTATO SALAD



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Make and share this Cuban Potato Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Gay Gilmore

Categories     Potato

Time 12h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lbs small red potatoes or 2 lbs small yellow potatoes
salt
3/4 lb thick sliced bacon, fried crisp and cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 1/2 cups diced red onions
4 green onions, sliced
3/4 cup dill pickle, chopped
3/4 cup good quality green olives, chopped (with pimentos is okay, just good quality)
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons habanero sauce

Steps:

  • Peel (or not) the potatoes and boil with a good bit of salt.
  • Drain and then cube when cool.
  • Add salad ingredients to potatoes.
  • Mix Dressing ingredients and then toss with salad ingredients& potatoes.
  • Best if let to set overnight in the refrigerator, but let sit on counter 30 minutes before serving for the flavors to be most apparent.

CUBAN POTATO SALAD



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Make and share this Cuban Potato Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by threeovens

Categories     Potato

Time 30m

Yield 8 portions, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb small red potato, cut into 1/2-inch dice
3 cups black beans, cooked
2 bunches green onions, sliced
1 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground white pepper
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 bunch fresh chives, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, about 10 minutes; drain, then combine with black beans in a small bowl. Allow to cool.
  • Meanwhile, in a blender combine green onions, sour cream and lemon juice; puree until smooth; add salt, pepper and mayonnaise.
  • Blend until combined; pour over potatoes and beans.
  • Toss until well coated; garnish with chives.

CUBAN POTATO SALAD WITH SCALLION VINAIGRETTE



Cuban Potato Salad with Scallion Vinaigrette image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pounds small red potatoes, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
3 cups cooked black beans
2 bunches of scallions, white and part of green, sliced
1 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 bunch chives, thinly sliced, for garnish

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the potatoes until tender, about 10 minutes. Set aside. When cool, transfer to a large bowl and combine with black beans.
  • In a blender combine the scallions, sour cream and lemon juice. Pulse a few times to mix, then puree until smooth. Add salt, pepper and mayonnaise. Blend just to combine. Garnish with chopped chives.
  • Drizzle vinaigrette over salad, then toss until potatoes and beans are well coated.

Tips:

  • Boil the potatoes until they are tender but not mushy. Overcooked potatoes will fall apart in the salad.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your salad. This will add flavor and texture.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different dressings. There are many different ways to make a Cuban potato salad dressing, so find one that you like.
  • Serve your salad chilled. This will help the flavors to meld together.

Conclusion:

Cuban potato salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a new side dish, give Cuban potato salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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