1 lb 4 oz red new potatoes, scrubbed and, quartered
3/4 cup nonfat plain yogurt
1/4 cup minced scallions
2 tbsp +2 t low cal mayonnaise
1 tbsp cider or red wine vinegar
2 tsp dijon or spicy brown mustard
1 tsp basil
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp white pepper
2 large hard cooked eggs, chopped
2 slice cooked turkey bacon crumbled
Directions
1. In a large saucepan, over high heat, bring potatoes and enough
water to cover to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and simmer 15-20 min.
Drain potatoes; let cool to room temperature.
2. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, compine yogurt, scallions, mayonaise,
vinegar, mustard, basil, salt and pepper. Fold in eggs and bacon. Add
potatoes, and toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 2
hours before serving.
Each serving provides: 1 fat, 1/2 protein, 1 bread, 40 calories Per
serving: 227 calories
Source: Weight Watchers Magazine, June 1993
Servings: 4 servings
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Categories: Egg; Potato; Salad; Vegetable; Weight Watchers
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