Happy National Potato Day! 🥔 Whether you enjoy them baked, fried, or boiled, potatoes are an essential part of the American diet. From side dishes to holiday favorites, these versatile root vegetables shine in countless recipes. Celebrate this day by trying out these eight delicious potato recipes that highlight their unique flavors and textures. Let’s dive in!
Discover the bold flavors of North Africa with this Moroccan Potato Salad. The addition of harissa brings a spicy kick, while corn and kale add freshness and texture to this unique dish.
These Crispy Potato Soft Tacos are not just a feast for the eyes but also for the palate! Topped with a zesty adobo cashew cream sauce and vibrant crispy lettuce, they’re a fun twist on traditional tacos.
Enjoy a simple, yet delicious breakfast with these Ketchup Baked Home Fries! Vegan, gluten-free, and full of flavor, they make the perfect addition to any brunch spread.
The typical holiday mashed potato recipe contains nearly a stick of butter. But of course, you can make great mashed potatoes without any dairy at all. This recipe uses soy milk for creaminess, along with heart-healthy olive oil.
The sweet potato adds a nice sweetness along with sun-dried tomatoes. If you can’t find blue or purple potatoes, you can sub with any potato you like…or better yet add an extra sweet potato instead.
A simple, slightly tangy rendition of alu palak, a classic Indian spinach and potato dish. It is healthy, comforting, and pairs beautifully with most dishes. It also makes a complete dish since it has both vegetables and carbohydrates.
Saag is a generic name for greens, not just spinach. This recipe made with Kale will offer fenugreek lovers familiar notes of sweet and slight bitterness. Overall, the soft potatoes offer a perfect background for the kale.
Bagel Spice Potato Salad is a healthier take on an old summer staple. It contains no mayonnaise but tons of flavor. Make it with Original, Sea Salt or Zesty Jalapeño Bagel Spice.
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Reducing your meat intake and incorporating more plant-based foods into your diet is known to Support various health benefits, including reducing chronic inflammation, improving heart health, enhancing mental well-being, achieving fitness goals, meeting nutritional needs, managing allergies, and promoting gut health, among others. Dairy consumption also has been linked to many health problems, including acne, hormonal imbalance, cancer, prostate cancer, and has many side effects.
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