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Vegetable and potato salad with light mayonnaise
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of American salad with light mayonnaise (150 g) has 143 calories. That works out to 95 calories per 100 g. It contains 18.3 g of carbs, 2.3 g of protein, 6.9 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of B6 covers 14% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
143
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
18.3g
· 7% DV
Protein
2.3g
· 5% DV
Fat
6.9g
· 9% DV
Fiber
3.2g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 51% · Protein 6% · Fat 43%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 143 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.9 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 0.93 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 465 mg | 20% |
| Total carbohydrate | 18.3 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 143 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 27 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 29 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 150 g | 143 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 200 g | 190 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 209 kcal |
Calculated from 95 calories per 100 g.
American salad with light mayonnaise usually contains cooked potatoes, carrots and peas mixed with pickles and mayonnaise. Recipes vary, so some versions include other vegetables or add-ins; the name describes a style of salad rather than one fixed recipe.
The name does not necessarily mean the salad originated in the United States. In Turkey, “American salad” commonly refers to a mayonnaise-dressed mixture of potatoes and vegetables, and the exact recipe can vary between households and shops.
There is no universally agreed distinction, especially in Turkish usage, where the names can refer to very similar salads. Some recipes called Russian salad include sausage or other meat, while American salad is often made with vegetables alone.
Boil the potatoes, carrots and peas until tender, then drain and cool them completely. Fold in diced pickles and light mayonnaise gently so the vegetables keep their shape, then chill the American salad before serving.
Yes, you can prepare American salad with light mayonnaise ahead. Cook and cool the vegetables first, then mix in the pickles and dressing closer to serving so the salad stays firm rather than watery.
American salad with light mayonnaise keeps for about 3 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Keep it chilled while serving, and discard any portion that has been left at room temperature for an extended period.
No, freezing American salad with light mayonnaise is not recommended. The potatoes can become mealy and watery after thawing, while the mayonnaise dressing may separate; make only what you can keep chilled and eat within a few days.
Drain the cooked vegetables thoroughly and let them cool completely before mixing American salad with light mayonnaise. Pat excess liquid off the pickles, too; adding dressing to warm or wet ingredients can thin the sauce and leave liquid at the bottom.
Serve American salad with light mayonnaise alongside grilled chicken, fish or meat, or offer it as a cold side at a buffet. It also works in a sandwich, though adding another rich sauce may make the filling heavy.
Yes, you can replace some or all of the light mayonnaise in American salad with plain yogurt for a tangier dressing. Add it gradually and keep the salad refrigerated, since yogurt makes the mixture softer and less suitable for sitting out.
Vitamins
B6
0.24mg · 14% DV
Vitamin C
12.3mg · 14% DV
Vitamin K
15.75µg · 13% DV
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
Minerals
Sodium
465mg · 20% DV
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
338mg · 10% DV
Manganese
0.22mg · 10% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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American salad with light mayonnaise is a Turkish-style cold salad of diced boiled potatoes and vegetables, commonly including carrots and peas. Pickles are often added at home for a little tang. Despite its name, this version is familiar on Turkish tables as a meze or side dish rather than as a typical salad from the United States.
The potatoes make it soft and substantial, while the vegetables add a gentle sweetness and the mayonnaise brings a creamy, slightly sharp finish. Serve it chilled alongside grilled meat, as part of a spread, or tucked into a sandwich. It is mainly a potato-and-vegetable dish, with a modest amount of fat; a medium 150 g serving makes a useful side. For a lighter plate, add extra vegetables and keep the mayonnaise modest.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.93g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.63g
Omega 6:3 ratio 30.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (30.9:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.