Grilled Potato & Arugula Salad

Looking for a new twist on an old picnic classic? This colorful potato salad has both sweet and Yukon Gold potatoes, fresh greens, some Cajun heat and a cool yogurt dressing.

Grilled Potato & Arugula Salad

Average Rating: 4

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 30 min. Grill: 15 min.
YIELD: 8 servings.

Ingredients

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes
  • 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes
  • 4-1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning, divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt, divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
  • 4-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 cups fresh arugula or baby spinach
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup pitted Greek olives, sliced
  • 6 green onions, chopped

Instructions

  • 1. Pierce sweet potatoes and Yukon Gold potatoes; microwave, uncovered, on high for 4 minutes, turning once.
  • 2. When potatoes are cool enough to handle, peel and cut into 1/2-in. slices. Sprinkle with 4 teaspoons Cajun seasoning, 1/8 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
  • 3. Place potato slices on a grilling grid; transfer to grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 15-20 minutes or until tender, turning occasionally.
  • 4. In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, lemon juice, garlic and remaining Cajun seasoning, salt and pepper. Gently fold in the arugula, tomatoes, olives, onions and potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 116 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 535mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein.
Diabetic Exchanges:
1 starch, 1/2 fat.