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Puerto Rican Potato Salad

A creamy and slightly sweet potato salad prepared with tender potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, crisp apple, and diced pimientos. It is a traditional staple for family gatherings and holiday feasts across Puerto Rico.

40 minEasyServes 6280 cal/serving

Puerto RicanSideStovetopVegetarianHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeNut-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 3 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled, cubed
  • 4 large eggs, chopped
  • 1 Gala apple, peeled, diced
  • 1/4 cup diced pimientos, drained
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tsp yellow mustard
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Place 3 lbs peeled, cubed Yukon Gold potatoes in a pot, cover with cold salted water, and boil for 12 to 15 minutes until fork-tender.

  2. 2

    Drain 3 lbs peeled, cubed Yukon Gold potatoes completely and allow them to cool to room temperature.

  3. 3

    In a small bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 tsp yellow mustard, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.

  4. 4

    In a large bowl, combine cooled 3 lbs peeled, cubed Yukon Gold potatoes, 4 chopped large eggs, 1 peeled, diced Gala apple, 1/4 cup drained diced pimientos, and 1/4 cup finely diced red onion.

  5. 5

    Fold the dressing into the potato mixture until evenly coated, then cover and chill for 1 hour before serving.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Puerto Rican Potato Salad?

As written, 40 minutes: 20 of prep and 20 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 5, 1 hour. That wait sits outside the stated prep and cook times, so plan around it.

How do I know when Puerto Rican Potato Salad is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 5: cook until evenly coated.

Is Puerto Rican Potato Salad gluten-free?

Yes. As written, nothing in the ingredient list for Puerto Rican Potato Salad is wheat, barley or rye. Gluten hides in packaged goods, so read the label on the mustard.

Does Puerto Rican Potato Salad contain eggs?

Yes: 4 large eggs, chopped and 3/4 cup mayonnaise. The full allergen list for this entry is eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Puerto Rican Potato Salad?

One serving (the recipe makes 6) is about 280 calories, with 5 g protein, 28 g carbohydrate and 17 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 420 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Puerto Rican Potato Salad keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Puerto Rican Potato Salad within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop. Potatoes turn grainy in the freezer, so keep this one in the refrigerator.

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