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Potato salad
Calories & nutrition facts
home-prepared
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 143 kcal —
- Protein 2.7 g 5%
- Carbohydrate 9.9 g 4%
- Fat 8.2 g 11%
- Saturated fat 1.4 g 7%
- Fibre 1.3 g 5%
- Sodium 529 mg 23%
- Cholesterol 68 mg 23%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 32 µg 4%
- Vitamin C 10 mg 11%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.08 mg 6%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.06 mg 5%
- Niacin (B3) 0.89 mg 6%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.53 mg 11%
- Vitamin B6 0.14 mg 8%
- Folate (B9) 7 µg 2%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
Minerals
- Calcium 19 mg 1%
- Iron 0.65 mg 4%
- Magnesium 15 mg 4%
- Phosphorus 52 mg 4%
- Potassium 254 mg 5%
- Zinc 0.31 mg 3%
- Copper 0.12 mg 13%
- Manganese 0.1 mg 4%
- Selenium 4.1 µg 7%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 143 | 2.7 g | 9.9 g | 8.2 g |
| 1 × cup | 250 g | 358 | 6.7 g | 25 g | 21 g |
| 2 × cup | 500 g | 715 | 13 g | 49 g | 41 g |
| ½ × cup | 125 g | 179 | 3.4 g | 12 g | 10 g |
| 3 × cup | 750 g | 1073 | 20 g | 74 g | 62 g |
| 4 × cup | 1000 g | 1430 | 27 g | 99 g | 82 g |
Similar foods
- Potato salad with egg157 kcal / 100 g
- Potatoboiled
- Russian salad110 kcal / 100 g
- Vegetable saladcooked, with sauce for salad, with salt51 kcal / 100 g
- Potato soupwith salt45 kcal / 100 g
- Scalloped potatoeshome-prepared with butter88 kcal / 100 g
- Scalloped potatohomemade, with butter88 kcal / 100 g
- Fruit saladhomemade59 kcal / 100 g
- Mashed potatohomemade, prepared with whole milk83 kcal / 100 g
- Rice saladhomemade168 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Potato salad
Which potatoes work best for potato salad?
Waxy potatoes, such as Charlotte or new potatoes, hold their shape after boiling. Cut them into even-sized pieces and cook until a knife slips in easily, usually about 15–20 minutes; drain well so the dressing does not turn watery.
How do you stop potato salad from becoming mushy?
Use waxy potatoes and avoid cutting them too small before boiling. Drain them thoroughly, then let them steam-dry for a few minutes; fold in the dressing gently rather than stirring vigorously.
How long does potato salad keep in the fridge?
Keep it covered in the fridge and eat it within three days. Use a clean serving spoon each time, and discard any that has been left at room temperature for more than two hours.
Can you freeze potato salad?
Freezing is not recommended: boiled potatoes can become grainy and watery when thawed, and mayonnaise-based dressing may separate. Make a fresh batch instead.
What goes well with potato salad?
Serve it alongside grilled sausages, fish, burgers or a vegetable tart. Chopped spring onions, fresh dill, parsley or crunchy celery add freshness and texture.
What can you use instead of mayonnaise in potato salad?
For a lighter, tangier dressing, mix plain yoghurt with a little mustard, vinegar and chopped herbs. A vinaigrette of olive oil, vinegar and mustard is another good option, especially when tossed through warm potatoes.
Is potato salad safe to take on a picnic?
Keep it in a cool bag with ice packs and take out only the amount you plan to serve. Return the rest to the fridge promptly, and throw away salad that has been warm for more than two hours.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 169269 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
