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Jamaican Potato Salad

Delicious Jamaican Potato Salad with a Zesty Twist

This Jamaican Potato Salad is a vibrant and healthy twist on the classic, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Jamaican
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups cubed Sweet Potatoes orange-fleshed varieties recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground recommended
  • 1 medium Red Onion finely diced
  • 1 stalk Celery finely diced
  • 1/4 cup Sweet Pickle Relish or chopped dill pickles
  • 2 tablespoons Yellow Mustard can substitute with Dijon
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice or lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Seafood Seasoning (Old Bay) adjust quantity to taste
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise full-fat for richer flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Parsley or fresh herbs
  • 1 tablespoon Chives or fresh herbs

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • mixing bowl
  • measuring spoons
  • 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 rolling boil. Add cubed sweet potatoes and cook for 8-10 minutes until fork-tender yet firm. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Prep the Vegetables: Finely dice the red onion and celery. Set aside.
  3. Combine the Dressing Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine onion, celery, sweet pickle relish, yellow mustard, fresh lime juice, seafood seasoning, and half of the dried parsley and chives.
  4. Mix in the Mayonnaise: Stir in the mayonnaise until smooth.
  5. Fold in the Sweet Potatoes: Gently fold the sweet potato cubes into the dressing. Avoid over-mixing.
  6. Season to Taste: Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed.
  7. Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is best when prepared a day in advance for flavors to meld. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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