Southern Potato Salad Recipe
This Southern Potato Salad is a classic side dish perfect for picnics, barbecues, or any gathering. Creamy, tangy, and full of flavor, it’s a crowd-pleaser that pairs well with grilled meats and other summer favorites.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Southern American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Potato Salad:
- 3 pounds russet or Yukon Gold potatoes (peeled and cut into chunks)
- 1 1/4 cups mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon celery seed
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/2 cup finely chopped dill pickles or sweet relish
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 4 hard-boiled eggs (chopped)
- Optional paprika for garnish
Instructions
- Cook Potatoes: Place potato chunks in a pot, cover with salted water, boil, then simmer until fork-tender.
- Prepare Dressing: Whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, sugar, celery seed, salt, and pepper.
- Combine Ingredients: Fold in potatoes, celery, pickles, onion, and eggs until well combined. Adjust seasoning.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. Garnish with paprika.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, mash some potatoes into the dressing.
- Dill pickles add a tangy kick, while sweet relish provides a touch of sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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