1 c. chopped natural almonds 1/4 c. plus 1 tbsp. olive oil, divided 1/4 c. mayonnaise 2 tbsp. lime juice or to taste 1 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. white pepper 1/4 tsp. sugar 1/4 tsp. cumin or to taste 1 1/2 lbs. red new potatoes, steamed and sliced 1/2 c. sliced green onions 1/2 c. julienned red pepper 1/2 c. julienned celery 1 tbsp. chopped cilantro Saute almonds in 1 tablespoon olive oil until crisp; reserve. Combine mayonnaise and next 5 ingredients. Gradually beat in remaining 1/4 cup olive oil. Gently toss with potatoes. Fold in green onion, bell pepper, celery, and cilantro. Chill. Just before serving, fold in almonds. Makes 6 to 8 servings. |