Avocado Cilantro Potato Salad

Name: Avocado Cilantro Potato Salad
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6-8 serving(s)
Ingredients: 2 lbs potatoes, peled and small diced (1/3-inch cubes); 1/3 cup finely minced red onion; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 firm-ripe avocados, peeled, pitted, and small diced; 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 tablespoons minced jalapenos; 2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro leaves; 1/2 teaspoon cumin (optional)

Submitted by Guava Girl

"A unique version of a potato salad without any mayo. Good for cookouts and potlucks. I think the friend who gave this to me said it came from Paula Deen."

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Ready In:: 35mins
Ingredients:: 11
Serves:: 6-8

ingredients

2 lbs potatoes, peled and small diced (1/3-inch cubes)
¹⁄₃ cup finely minced red onion
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon kosher salt
¹⁄₄ teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 firm-ripe avocados, peeled, pitted, and small diced
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons minced jalapenos
2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro leaves
¹⁄₂ teaspoon cumin (optional)

directions

Place the diced potatoes in a medium sauce pan with cold, salted water and bring to a boil.
Immediately turn the heat down to a simmer and cook potatoes until tender, 10 - 12 minutes total.
Cool the potatoes under cold running water and drain.
Combine the potatoes, onions, and garlic in a large bowl and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Add olive oil, tossing to coat.
Add the avocados, lime juice, jalapeno, cilantro and toss well to combine.
Adjust seasoning if necessary to taste.
Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.

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Reviews

This is not a Paula Deen recipe, but the same one is posted on the Food Network as being one of Emeril Lagasse's. I agree, it's really a refreshing change from a mayo based one, or even one with a vinaigrette, it's much lighter tasting. I use a lot more cilantro than is called for, as there is a lot of leeway in it for suiting your own taste: more acidity, more cumin, more or less chile, onion and garlic, etc. It's a great way to include the healthful fat of avocado in your diet! A few cherry tomatoes are a great addition, as well.

zeldaz51
I thought this was a great recipe and was different than the usual mayo potato salad. Thanks Guava Girl!

bunzie