Kale and Apple Potato Salad

This is a sponsored post, Kraft Foods sent me jars of MIRACLE WHIP and this recipe to try as part of the #proudofit campaign

I am an odd duck.  No seriously, I know you’re shocked… I don’t love traditional potato salad!  It’s a staple at bar b ques (which I LOVE) but I’ve just never loved it.  My grandma has a recipe that everyone in my family goes CRAZY over… everyone but ME!  I’m always searching for potato salad that I like!

This recipe was totally unexpected… The addition of the kale and apples was actually amazing!  It added a great texture, crunch and sweetness.  And I loved the sweet and tangy dressing.  Like I said before I’m a MIRACLE WHIP and Proud of It gal so it’s not surprising that I loved this dressing.  And the whole thing was SO easy to make as well, like seriously 20 mins prep.

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Kale and Apple Potato Salad

Prep Time

20 mins

 

Servings: 10 servings

Author: Ashlee Marie

Ingredients

• 3/4 C MIRACLE WHIP Dressing
• 1 Tbsp. GREY POUPON Dijon Mustard
• 2 tsp. cider vinegar
• 2 lbs. new red potatoes cooked. cut & cooled
• 4 cups coarsely chopped kale
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
• 2 apples cored and diced
• 4 slices bacon cooked and chopped optional

Instructions

1. Mix dressing, mustard and vinegar until blended.
2. Combine remaining ingredients in large bowl
3. Add dressing mixture; mix lightly.
4. Refrigerate several hours or until chilled.
5. Top with bacon, if desired.

Soooooo What did I think???  I liked it!  I was shocked.  I love new red potatoes in salads (they hold their shape better when cooked AND I actually like red potato skins) and the addition of the kale and red onion was really nice!  The dressing smells and tastes great and it’s so EASY!  I think I’ll try granny smith apples next time for a bit more tartness and MAYBE a little more bacon, or maybe just chop the bacon up more, I like a little of everything in each bite.

This recipe is great for a Memorial Day or Summer potluck because it’s:

1. A great change in potato salad, no one wants to bring the same old dish as everyone else
2. It’s GORGEOUS, seriously I love all the colors, it will definitely stand out!
3. It tastes great!  Seriously, I don’t love veggies and even I liked this one (I will say my husband loved it, he went back for seconds)

So what is your favorite food to bring to a potluck?  Do you LOVE traditional potato salad or are you looking for a change?

For more ideas of great salads, dips and sandwiches visit MIRACLEWHIP.com!