Memorial Day and Nutrition!

Private Home Care honors Memorial Day. We also are strong advocates for nutrition. And we are combining the best of both worlds! It is also a great way to honor a loved one who has fallen in the line of duty by making their favorite foods – healthy versions!

Healthy Red White and Blue Potato Salad — no mayo!

This is a classic dish for Memorial Day barbecues, but does not have any mayo and incorporates yummy fresh herbs! (Extra points if you grow the herbs in your Tower Garden!)

Ingredients:
2 cups fingerling potatoes halved lengthwise (about 10 ounces)
2 cups small red potatoes, quartered (about 10 ounces) **a great substitute are red carrots – adds more flavor and texture to the dish!
2 cups small blue potatoes, halved lengthwise (about 10 ounces)
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
3 hard-cooked large eggs, finely chopped
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 garlic clove, minced

Step 1
Place fingerling and red potatoes (or red carrots!) in a saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 15 minutes or until tender. Drain; cool slightly. Place potatoes in a large bowl.

Step 2
Place blue potatoes in a saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 10 minutes or until tender. Drain; cool slightly. Add blue potatoes, onion, parsley, dill, chives, and eggs to bowl; toss gently.

Step 3
Combine vinegar and remaining ingredients. Pour over potato mixture; toss gently to combine. Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled.