
Colombian Potato Salad
by Valentina Restrepo
This tasty, tangy, and colorful potato salad is a fantastic low-fat alternative to traditional mayonnaise-based versions. Inspired by a Colombian restaurant, it combines tender red potatoes, crisp carrots, and fresh tomatoes with a vibrant vinaigrette. It is the perfect refreshing side dish for any gathering.
Total Time
40 mins
Difficulty
Easy

Simple Tasty Recipes
Ingredients for 8 Servings
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2 lbsred potatoes, cooked, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes when cool, about 6 cups total
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3large carrots, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch pieces and steamed until crisp-tender, cooled
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1/2 cupchopped red onion
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1/4-1/2 cupchopped cilantro, depending on taste
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3large tomatoes, cut into 1-inch chunks
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1/3 cupwine vinegar
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1 tablespoonoil
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1 teaspoonseasoning salt (may add more to taste)
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1 teaspoonsugar
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1/4 teaspoonfresh ground black pepper
Time
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Preparation Time20 mins
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Cooking Time20 mins
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Total Time40 mins
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Method
- Combine potato cubes, carrot pieces, chopped onions and cilantro in large bowl.
- In a small bowl whisk together dressing ingredients and pour over salad ingredients.
- Gently combine tomato chunks with the rest of the salad.
- Chill and allow flavors to blend.
Notes:
For best results, allow the salad to chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving so the flavors can fully meld together.
Serving info: Total recipe: 1860g · Yields 8 portions · Portion size: 233g
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Portion | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy (kcal) | 54 | 126 | 6% |
| Carbohydrates (g) | 10.5 | 24.5 | 9% |
| ↳ of which sugars (g) | 2.1 | 4.9 | |
| Dietary fiber (g) | 1.5 | 3.6 | 13% |
| Protein (g) | 1.3 | 3.1 | 6% |
| Total fat (g) | 0.9 | 2.1 | 3% |
| ↳ saturated (g) | 0.1 | 0.3 | |
| ↳ monounsaturated (g) | 0.6 | 1.3 | |
| ↳ polyunsaturated (g) | 0.1 | 0.3 | |
| ↳ trans (g) | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Sodium (mg) | 93 | 217 | 9% |
| Calcium (mg) | 13 | 31 | 2% |
| Iron (mg) | 0.5 | 1.2 | 7% |
| Potassium (mg) | 317 | 738 | 16% |
| Vitamin C (mg) | 7.9 | 18.4 | 20% |
| Vitamin B12 (µg) | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0% |
Ingredient data sources
- Red potatoes — 907g — Potatoes, red, flesh and skin, raw — USDA
- Carrots — 216g — Carrots, raw — USDA
- Red onion — 80g — Onions, raw — USDA
- Cilantro — 8g — Coriander (cilantro) leaves, raw — USDA
- Tomatoes — 546g — Tomatoes, red, ripe, raw, year round average — USDA
- Wine vinegar — 79g — Vinegar, red wine — USDA
- Oil — 14g — Oil, olive, salad or cooking — USDA
- Seasoning salt — 6g — Salt, table — USDA
- Sugar — 4g — Sugars, granulated — USDA
- Black pepper — 0.5g — Spices, pepper, black — USDA
⚠️ = estimated or sourced outside the listed databases.
% Daily Value based on FDA 2020 Daily Values for adults (2,000 kcal diet).
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