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Jamaican Potato Salad

Jamaican Potato Salad: Sweet & Zesty Comfort in Every Bite

Experience the vibrant flavors of Jamaican Potato Salad, a refreshing twist on traditional potato salad that's perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Jamaican
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potato Base
  • 4 cups Sweet Potato Cubed and cooked until fork-tender
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked recommended
  • 1 medium Red Onion Finely diced
  • 1 cup Celery Finely diced
For the Creamy Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Sweet Pickle Relish Can swap with dill relish
  • 2 tablespoons Yellow Mustard Dijon can be used for a sharper taste
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lime Juice Lemon juice can substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Seafood Seasoning (Old Bay) Replace with Cajun seasoning if desired
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt is a lighter substitute
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Dried Parsley
  • 2 tablespoons Chives

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • Rubber spatula
  • Knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Jamaican Potato Salad
  1. Boil the Sweet Potatoes: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cubed sweet potatoes and cook for 8–10 minutes, or until fork-tender. Drain and set aside.
    Jamaican Potato Salad
  2. Cool the Sweet Potatoes: Rinse the sweet potatoes under cold water to halt cooking. Spread them out to allow moisture to evaporate.
    Jamaican Potato Salad
  3. Prepare the Vegetables: Finely dice the red onion and celery into uniform pieces for even flavor distribution.
    Jamaican Potato Salad
  4. Mix the Dressing: In a bowl, combine red onion, celery, sweet pickle relish, yellow mustard, lime juice, and Old Bay seasoning. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
    Jamaican Potato Salad
  5. Incorporate the Mayonnaise: Add mayonnaise and stir until smooth. Consider using Greek yogurt for a lighter salad.
    Jamaican Potato Salad
  6. Fold in the Sweet Potatoes: Gently fold in the cooled sweet potatoes without mashing them.
    Jamaican Potato Salad
  7. Adjust Seasoning and Chill: Taste and adjust seasoning. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
    Jamaican Potato Salad
  8. Serve and Enjoy: Stir gently before serving and garnish with dried parsley and chives.
    Jamaican Potato Salad

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is best enjoyed chilled and can be served at barbecues, picnics, or family gatherings. Adjust the acidity to taste before serving.

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