Potato Salad (Brazilian)

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 3
Refreshing Brazilian Potato Salad with Raisins and Green Apples
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Prep

25 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs potatoes , cut into 1 inch cubes
1 lb carrot , cut into 1/2 inch cubes
1 clove garlic , crushed
1 teaspoon salt
2 hard-boiled eggs , sliced
1 cup cooked peas , cooled and drained
1 green apple , like granny smith , peeled , cored and cut into 1/4 inch dice
1/2 cup seedless raisin
1 cup mayonnaise
chopped parsley ( to garnish )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
515
Sugar
24g
Fat
34g
Brazilian Potato Salad is a simple, yet delicious, side dish that's perfect for any occasion. It's a refreshing mix of potatoes, carrots, green apples, raisins, and hard-boiled eggs tossed in mayonnaise. The sweetness of the apples and raisins contrasts with the tangy mayonnaise, and the carrots and peas add a nice crunch. This potato salad is perfect for potlucks, backyard BBQs, or as a side dish to a main course meal.

Instructions

1.In a pot of boiling salted water, cook potatoes and carrots until just tender, about 8-10 minutes.
2.Drain and let cool to room temperature.
3.In a large bowl, combine potatoes, carrots, garlic, and salt.
4.Add sliced hard-boiled eggs, cooked peas, diced green apple, and seedless raisins to the bowl and mix well.
5.Add mayonnaise to the bowl and mix gently to coat all ingredients.
6.Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
7.Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

PROS

This salad is easy to make, refreshing, and makes a great side dish for any meal.
The salad is full of flavor, texture and healthy ingredients.

CONS

This salad is high in calories and fat due to the mayonnaise.
It should be eaten in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Potatoes and carrots are high in carbohydrates, so people who are trying to manage their blood sugar levels should be careful while consuming it.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Potatoes are a great source of vitamin B6, vitamin C, and potassium, while carrots are a good source of vitamin A and vitamin K.
The raisins in this salad contain antioxidants, which are important for overall health.

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