Lebanese Potato Salad I

== Description ==
Dressed with a tangy lemon vinaigrette and fresh mint, this invigorating and dairy-free potato salad makes the perfect summer potluck contribution.
ChupaNote: as usual, couldn't help embellishing. Added a small jar of grilled eggplant in oil (drain oil), a handful of chopped black olives, ¼ pound crumbled feta cheese, a handful of capers, and a small jar of grilled red peppers (drain oil). Of course, with all that... needed more mint and a tablespoon of red pepper flakes!!!
* Contributed by Healthy Recipes For Diabetic Friends Y-Group
* Source: Eating Well, May/June 2007 
* Formatted by Chupa Babi in MC: 05.21.07
* Active time: 20 minutes | Total time: 1¼ hours (including cooling time)
* Makes 8 servings, about ⅔ cup each
== Ingredients ==
* 2 pounds russet potatoes (about 3 medium)
* ¼ cup lemon juice
* 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
* ½ teaspoon salt
* freshly ground pepper to taste
* 4 scallions, thinly sliced
* ¼ cup chopped fresh mint
== Directions ==
# Place potatoes in a large saucepan or dutch oven and cover with lightly salted water.
# Bring to a boil and cook until tender, 25 to 30 minutes.
# Drain and rinse with cold water.
# Transfer to a cutting board.
# Let cool for 20 minutes.
# Cut the cooled potatoes into ½-inch pieces.
# Whisk lemon juice, oil, salt and pepper in a large bowl.
# Add the potatoes and toss to coat.
# Just before serving, add scallions and mint to the salad and toss gently.
# Make ahead tip: prepare through step 7; cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
# Add additional lemon juice and/or salt to taste.
== Nutritional information ==
Per ⅔ cup serving:
* 143 calories | 5 g fat (1 g sat, 4 g mono) | 0 mg cholesterol | 22 g carbohydrate | 3 g protein | 2 g fiber | 153 mg sodium | 516 mg potassium
* Nutrition bonus: Vitamin C (20% daily value) | Potassium (15% dv)
* Carbohydrate Servings: 1½ 
* Exchanges: 1½ starch | 1 fat
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Category:Healthy Recipes for Diabetic Friends
Category:Lebanese Salads
Category:Potato Salad Recipes
Category:Russet potato Recipes
Category:Lemon juice Recipes
Category:Green onion Recipes
Category:Mint Recipes