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Creamy Potato Salad Recipe

Creamy Potato Salad Recipe: Roasted Garlic Vegan Delight

Try this Creamy Potato Salad Recipe featuring roasted garlic and tofu mayo for a delicious vegan side dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American, Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 lb Baby Gold or Red Potatoes These varieties offer the perfect balance of flavor and texture.
  • 2 large heads Fresh Garlic Roasted to sweetness for enhanced umami.
  • 2 pieces Bay Leaves Infuses the cooking water with flavor.
  • Fresh Dill & Chives or Scallions For garnish and freshness.
For the Dressing
  • 14 oz Soft or Firm Tofu Base for the luscious tofu mayo.
  • 1/4 cup Nutritional Yeast Adds cheesy flavor.
  • 1 Tbsp Dijon Mustard For a zesty kick.
  • 1.5 Tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar Balances richness; lemon juice can substitute.
  • 3/4 tsp Turmeric Optional for color.
  • 1 tsp Kala Namak Salt Imparts an eggy flavor; regular salt works too.
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Adds depth to dressing.
  • 1 Tbsp White Miso Paste For umami boost; can substitute tahini.
  • 1/3 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil For creamy texture.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • blender
  • Large Pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Roast the Garlic: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Slice the tops off the garlic bulbs, drizzle with olive oil, and roast for 35-45 minutes until soft.
  2. Make the Dressing: Blend tofu, nutritional yeast, dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, turmeric, kala namak, onion powder, miso, and olive oil until smooth.
  3. Boil the Potatoes: Halve the potatoes, cover with cold water, add bay leaves, boil until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and cool slightly.
  4. Combine: Toss the cooled potatoes with roasted garlic and half of the dressing, season to taste, and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
  5. Garnish: Serve and garnish with fresh dill, chives, or scallions. Add chili flakes for extra flair.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For added crunch, consider including diced celery or pickles. Chill for better flavor development.

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