Salada de Maionese

Salada de Maionese is a vibrant Brazilian potato salad, creamy and packed with vegetables, making it a delightful side dish for any meal. This Kosher-friendly recipe combines the rich flavors of potatoes, carrots, and peas with a homemade mayonnaise dressing, perfect for gatherings.

Ingredients

• Potatoes - 300 grams
• Carrots - 100 grams
• Green peas - 100 grams (frozen or fresh)
• Mayonnaise - 100 grams
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Chopped parsley - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes. Place them in a pot with salted water and bring to a boil.
2. While the potatoes are cooking, peel and dice the carrots into small pieces.
3. After 10 minutes of boiling the potatoes, add the diced carrots and green peas to the pot. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
4. Drain the cooked vegetables and let them cool for about 10 minutes.
5. In a large bowl, mix the mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley together.
6. Add the cooled potatoes, carrots, and peas to the bowl with the dressing. Gently mix until all the vegetables are well coated.
7. Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Provides essential vitamins and minerals, particularly from the carrots and peas.

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