Low-fat cottage cheese is the secret to the dressing in this delicious low fat and saturated fat, low cholesterol, low sodium mixture of vegetables and herbs.

• 3 lb (about 6 large) potatoes, boiled in jackets, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 1 C chopped celery
• 1/2 C sliced green onion
• 2 Tbsp chopped parsley
• 1 C low-fat cottage cheese
• 3/4 C skim milk
• 3 Tbsp lemon juice
• 2 Tbsp cider vinegar
• 1/2 tsp celery seed
• 1/2 tsp dill weed
• 1/2 tsp dry mustard
• 1/2 tsp white pepper

1. In a large bowl, place potatoes, celery, green onion, and parsley.

2. Meanwhile, in a blender or food processor, blend cottage cheese, milk, lemon juice, vinegar, celery seed, dill weed, dry mustard, and white pepper until smooth. Chill for 1 hour.

3. Pour chilled cottage cheese mixture over vegetables; mix well. Chill at least 30 minutes before serving.

Yield: 10 servings--Serving Size: 1 cup

Each serving provides:

Calories: 151
Total fat: less than 1 g
Saturated fat: less than 1 g
Cholesterol: 2 mg
Sodium: 118 mg