Recipe: Grilled Idaho Potato Primavera Salad

GRILLED IDAHO POTATO PRIMAVERA SALAD

2 lbs. Idaho russet potatoes, scrubbed
1/2 lb. yellow wax beans, cleaned and trimmed
1/2 lb. green string beans, cleaned and trimmed
1/2 lb. sugar snap peas, cleaned and trimmed
1 stalk broccoli, cleaned and cut into 6 spears
1 large carrot, cleaned and cut into 6 strips
1 red onion, thinly sliced
1 bunch scallions, cleaned and trimmed
1 tbsp. olive oil
1/3 cup light ranch salad dressing
6 redleaf lettuce leaves
1 tbsp. tropical fruit juice concentrate
6 sprigs arugula

Place potatoes in a large saucepan, cover with water and cook 15-20 minutes, Drain and set aside.

Blanch the beans, peas, broccoli and carrots in boiling water. Remove to a large bowl of ice water. Drain and pat dry.

Slice potatoes lengthwise 1/2-inch thick. In a large bowl, combine potatoes and blanched vegetables. Add red onion, scallions and olive oil, tossing lightly to coat vegetables.

Prepare grill.

Arrange potatoes and vegetables in adjustable grill basket. Grill vegetables over medium coals, rotating occasionally, 5-10 minutes for each side, until potatoes and vegetables start to brown.

Place grilled potatoes and vegetables in a large bowl, drizzle salad dressing over all, tossing to coat evenly.

Line 6 plates with redleaf lettuce leaves. Divide potatoes and vegetables among plates. Garnish each with a sprig of arugula.

Servings: 6
Source: The Association for Dressing and Sauces