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Vegan Potato Salad Recipe: Extra Veggies for Extra Flavor!

This recipe not only delivers the classic taste of potato salad but also includes extra veggies to boost the flavor and nutrition. Let's dive into the details!
Course Side Dish
Keyword Potatoes
Prep Time 50 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients

  • 2 lb. russet potatoes
  • 1/2 cup vegan mayo
  • 2 tbsp sweet relish
  • 1 shallot
  • 1 cup carrots
  • 1 cup celery
  • 1 cup sweet peppers
  • 1 tsp dill
  • 1 tsp vegetable blend
  • 1 salt and pepper

Instructions

  • Peel and Chop: Start by peeling your russet potatoes and chopping them into evenly sized pieces. This ensures they cook uniformly.
  • Boil: Bring a pot of water to a boil and carefully add the potatoes. Cook them until a fork goes through easily, which should take about 10-15 minutes.
  • Cool: Once the potatoes are tender, drain them and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Place them in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to cool down completely.
  • While the potatoes are chilling, let's prep our veggies:
    Shallot: Dice one shallot. Shallots add a mild, sweet onion flavor that complements the potatoes perfectly.
    Sweet Peppers: Dice one cup of sweet peppers. These not only add vibrant color but also a sweet, fresh crunch.
    Celery: Dice one cup of celery. Celery provides a crisp texture and a subtle, earthy flavor.
    Carrots: Dice one cup of carrots. Carrots add a slight sweetness and a satisfying crunch.
  • Mix the Salad
    Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the cooled potatoes, diced shallot, sweet relish, carrots, celery, and sweet peppers.
    Add Mayo: Next, add half a cup of vegan mayo. This is the key to the creamy texture we love in potato salad.
  • Season: For extra flavor, you can add one teaspoon of dill and one teaspoon of vegetable blend, but these are optional. Finally, season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Mix Everything
    Mix everything thoroughly until the potatoes and veggies are well coated with the mayo and seasonings.
  • Serve and Enjoy: Your vegan potato salad is now ready to be served immediately. This salad is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a side dish for any meal.