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Herbed Potato Salad

 Herbed Potato Salad 

Fresh vegetables and a light vinaigrette

give this salad a lively favor.



Ingredients:

1½ pounds red potatoes (about 8 potatoes), cut into cubes


½ cup light Italian dressing


½ tablespoon spicy brown mustard


1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 1 teaspoon garlic salt


1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper


 ½ cup chopped red bell pepper


½ cup chopped green bell pepper


½ cup chopped green onions


Preparation:

1. In a large pot, cook potatoes in boiling water until tender, about 10 minutes (do not overcook).


2. Drain well and let cool.


3. Cut potatoes into bite-size pieces and place in a medium bowl.


4. In a small bowl, combine dressing, mustard, parsley, and seasonings; pour over potatoes and toss well.


5. Carefully stir in bell peppers and green onions. Cover and chill until ready to serve.


Nutrition information per serving:

 Calories 122,

 Carbohydrate 24 g,

 Dietary fiber 4g,

 Protein 2g,

 Total fat 4 g, 

Saturated Fat 1g,

 Transfat 0g, 

Cholesterol 0g, 

Sodium 441mg

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