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Zesty Potato Salad - Makes 4 Servings

For Salad:
1 lb small red skinned potatoes, sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 small sweet red or green pepper, diced (~ 1/2 cup)
1/2 cup diced celery
1/4 cup diced white onion

For Dressing:
1 Tbsp lemon juice
1 Tbsp white wine vinegar
2 tsp Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1/4 cup low sodium chicken broth
1 Tbsp olive oil
3 Tbsp minced fresh herb of choice (tarragon, chives or parsley)

To prepare the salad: Arrange the potatoes in a steamer and cook for 8-10 minutes or until tender. Transfer to a large bowl. Add pepper, celery and onion. Meanwhile, prepare the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, vinegar, mustard, garlic, salt and pepper. Add in broth, oil and herbs. Pour dressing over potatoes and toss gently to combine. Serve warm or chilled.

Nutritional Information Per Serving

Calories ................... 145
Fat .......................... 4 grams
Saturated.................. 1 gram
Cholesterol .............. 0
Sodium ................... 190 mg
Fiber ....................... 2 grams