Zany Potato Mix-Up Recipe
Toss Up an Alien-Looking Veggie for a Delightful Potato Salad Remix!
** step1**: Say goodbye to boring old potatoes and welcome the cosmic kohlrabi! With its unique appearance and delicious flavor reminiscent of broccoli, celery, and potatoes, this outside-the-box veggie will make your next picnic or tailgate gathering a hit. Or, if you're feeling classic, give our easy potato salad a go (wink wink, Chowhound).
This innovative recipe has snagged a spot in our Picnic Recipes and Tailgating Recipes galleries.
- Serves: 4 to 6 hearty eaters
- Point Level: Easy peasy
- Total Toss Time: Around 30 minutes, plus some chill time
- Active Toss Time: Yes, you guessed it – 30 minutes
Ingredients (8):
- 3 pounds of peeled, large-diced kohlrabi (around 8 medium kohlrabies)
- 2 smallish celery stalks, diced up (about 1/2 cup)
- 1/2 a small red onion, diced up (about 3/4 cup)
- 1/2 cup mayo
- 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh Italian parsley
- 2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
- 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions:
- Add the kohlrabi to a pot of heavily salted water, bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, with a few pieces breaking off slightly at the edges, which should take approximately 15 minutes.
- In a large bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients until well combined. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper and pop in the refrigerator until the kohlrabi is cooked.
- When the kohlrabi's done, drain it well and add it to the mayo mixture. Stir until everything is well coated; taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Cover and refrigerate until nice and cold (about 2 hours) before serving.
Curious to know more about kohlrabi3? Here's a bit of extra info:To get a kohlrabi-inspired potato salad, follow these straightforward steps and get ready for a refreshing twist on a classic! Kohlrabi's texture and mild flavor make it an excellent potato imposter.
Ingredients (Adapted):
- Kohlrabi Salad Components:
- 2 medium kohlrabi bulbs, peeled and diced or julienned
- 1 small onion, finely chopped (red onion plays a nice color role)
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 apples, diced (for a sweet touch, Granny Smith apples work great)
- ½ cup slivered almonds (if you're feeling extra crunchy, opt for these)
- Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to your taste)
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (such as dill or parsley) for garnish (if you're feeling fancy)
Instructions:
- Prepare the kohlrabi: Begin by peeling the kohlrabi bulbs. Dice or julienne them into bite-sized pieces, mimicking diced potatoes in a traditional salad.
- Mix the salad components: In a large bowl, combine the diced kohlrabi, chopped onion, diced celery, and diced apples. If using, add slivered almonds for extra crunch.
- Make the dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined. Adjust the seasoning accordingly.
- Combine the salad and dressing: Pour the dressing over the kohlrabi mixture. Gently toss to ensure even coating.
- Let it chill: Allow the salad to chill for around 15 minutes. This gives the flavors time to meld, enhancing the overall taste.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve cold or at room temperature. This unique kohlrabi mock potato salad is a fantastic light alternative that incorporates the crunch and slight sweetness of kohlrabi and apples, making it a tasty and intriguing choice [2]**.
- In the veggie universe, kohlrabi proves itself as an unusual yet delightful potato substitute for a refreshing twist on potato salad, making it a standout dish for picnics or tailgate gatherings.
- This simple and easy-to-follow recipe, now found in our Picnic Recipes and Tailgating Recipes galleries, can be ready in just 30 minutes with an additional chilling time, serving 4 to 6 hearty eaters.
- For those interested in exploring more amazing recipes starring kohlrabi, try our adaptation of the kohlrabi mock potato salad, complete with diced kohlrabi, apples, celery, and almonds, all tossed in a tangy dressing and left to chill for a mouthwatering taste sensation.
