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Southwest Potato Salad

Deliciously Creamy Southwest Potato Salad for Summer Fun

This Southwest Potato Salad is a gluten-free, low-fat dish bursting with bold flavors, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 7 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Southwestern
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 pound Red Potatoes Waxy varieties recommended
  • 1 cup Frozen Corn Quick and easy, no cooking required
  • 1 each Red Bell Pepper Can substitute with yellow or orange
  • 1 each Jalapeño Omit for milder flavor or substitute with green bell pepper
  • ¼ cup Chopped Cilantro Substitute parsley if desired
  • 2 each Green Onions Finely chopped white or yellow onions can work too
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Fat-free Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used as a substitute
  • ¼ cup Light Mayo Can use avocado for a different creaminess
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Smoked paprika is a good alternative
  • 2 teaspoons Chili Powder Adjust based on spice preference

Equipment

  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine fat-free sour cream, light mayo, cumin, chili powder, jalapeño, cilantro, and green onions. Mix until smooth.
  2. Peel and dice the red potatoes, boil in salted water for about 8-12 minutes until fork-tender, then drain and cool for 10 minutes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, add cooled potatoes, red bell pepper, and frozen corn. Pour the dressing over and gently fold together.
  4. Season with salt and pepper, cover, and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving cold.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 4gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Allowing the salad to chill enhances flavor. Can be made ahead to develop tastes further.

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