Lightened-Up Idaho Potato Salad
Lightened-Up Idaho Potato Salad brings tender russets and chunky hard‑boiled eggs together in a creamy, tangy blend of Greek yogurt, mayo, and mustard. Bright dill pickle notes and a hint of brine keep each bite crisp and balanced. Serve it chilled at picnics, potlucks, or alongside grilled mains when you want a classic flavor with a lighter touch.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves12
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Lightened-Up Idaho Potato Salad, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 53 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 41
- Heart Health
- 63
- Metabolic
- 20
- Digestive
- 28
- Inflammatory
- 43
- Performance
- 43
- General Wellness
- 1
Scrub Idaho® Russet Potatoes well without peeling. Place the potatoes in a stockpot, add enough water to cover them, and bring to a boil over high heat. Lower the heat to medium-high and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, or until a knife slides in easily but the potatoes remain firm. Drain the hot water and add cold water to the pot to cool the potatoes. Set the potatoes aside while you prepare the remaining ingredients.
- 2
Remove the yolks from 4 of the hard-boiled eggs. Discard them or save for another use. Roughly chop the 4 egg whites and 2 of the whole eggs, reserving 2 whole eggs for garnish. Place the chopped eggs in a large mixing bowl. Add the onion and chopped pickles to the bowl.
- 3
In a small mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Miracle Whip, Greek yogurt, dill pickle brine, yellow mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk thoroughly to combine; set aside.
- 4
Remove the cooled potatoes from the water. Use a paring knife to peel off the skins (they should come off easily). Cut the potatoes into small cubes and add them to the other ingredients in the mixing bowl. Using a wooden spoon, gently toss the salad ingredients to mix. Add the dressing mixture and gently toss again to coat everything well.
- 5
Transfer the potato salad to a serving bowl. Slice the remaining 2 eggs into thin rounds and arrange them around the salad for garnish. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving (preferably overnight) to allow the flavors to blend.
- Calories 163.72 kcal Moderate 8%
- Protein 7.89 g Moderate 16%
- Carbohydrate 20.26 g 7%
- Total Fat 6.29 g Moderate 8%
- Saturated Fat 1.6 g Moderate 8%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 127.65 mg High 43%
- Sodium 219.36 mg Moderate 10%
- Dietary Fiber 1.9 g Low Source 7%
- Total Sugars 1.85 g --
- Added Sugars 0.05 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 53.58 mg Low Source 4%
- Iron 1.44 mg Low Source 8%
- Potassium 485.27 mg Moderate 10%
- Vitamin A 1.35 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 10.72 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin D 0.68 mcg Low Source 3%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Eggs 🥚
- Milk 🥛
- Mustard
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Lightened Up Idaho Potato Salad is made with 11 ingredients and serves 12. It takes about 35 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Dill Pickles, Garlic Powder, and Hard Boiled Eggs. Each serving provides about 163.72 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Lightened-Up Idaho Potato Salad made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Dill Pickles, Garlic Powder, Hard-Boiled Eggs, Mayonnaise. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Lightened-Up Idaho Potato Salad?
- About 35 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 163.72 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Lightened-Up Idaho Potato Salad easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Lightened-Up Idaho Potato Salad healthy?
- Lightened-Up Idaho Potato Salad has an easyChef Pro health score of 46/100. Per serving, it provides 163.72 calories and 7.89 g of protein, or 16% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 219.36 mg (10% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.6 g (8% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, Milk, Mustard, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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