Creamy Avocado Potato Salad with Pickled Daikon
Creamy avocado and fluffy potatoes come together in this rich yet refreshing Japanese style potato salad. Crunchy pickled daikon adds a satisfying texture, while wasabi gives it a subtle kick, making it the perfect appetizer or sake snack.
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If you love potato salad, this creamy avocado version is one you need to try. The buttery richness of ripe avocado blends beautifully with fluffy potatoes, creating an irresistibly smooth texture that's surprisingly light.
The secret ingredient is Japanese pickled daikon. Its crisp bite and subtle sweetness add the perfect contrast, while a touch of wasabi brings everything together with a gentle kick. It's a simple side dish that also makes an excellent appetizer or snack to enjoy with sake.
What you'll need
- 3 medium potatoes
- 2 ripe avocados
- 30 g Japanese pickled daikon (takuan)
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 5 cm wasabi paste
- 2 to 3 drops lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, for serving
- Fried onions, optional
How to make it
Peel the potatoes, wrap each one individually in plastic wrap, and microwave at 600W for 6 minutes. If they are still firm, continue heating in 30 second intervals until tender. Mash while warm, season lightly with salt and pepper, and let cool.
Halve the avocados, remove the pits and skins, then mash them in a bowl. Add 2 to 3 drops of lemon juice to prevent browning. Finely chop the pickled daikon and mix it into the avocado.
Add the mashed potatoes to the avocado mixture. Stir in the mayonnaise, wasabi, salt, black pepper, and mix until everything is evenly combined.
Chill in the refrigerator before serving. Finish with freshly ground black pepper and, if desired, crispy fried onions for extra flavor and texture.
Tips
- Use ripe avocados for the creamiest texture and richest flavor.
- Chilling the salad for at least 30 minutes allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
- Top with crispy fried onions just before serving for an extra layer of crunch.
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