Description
A classic Southern Potato Salad featuring creamy dressing and crunchy vegetables, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds of potatoes
- 1 cup of mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup of diced celery
- 1/2 cup of diced red onion
- 1/4 cup of chopped pickles or relish
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 hard-boiled eggs (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the potatoes by peeling and cubing them; place in a large pot and cover with salted water.
- Boil the potatoes until fork-tender, about 10 to 15 minutes, then drain and set aside to cool.
- Make the dressing by combining mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl.
- Combine the cooled potatoes with the dressing, then stir in the diced celery, diced red onion, and chopped pickles or relish. Add chopped hard-boiled eggs if desired.
- Mix all ingredients gently to coat without mashing the potatoes, adjusting seasoning as needed.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.
Notes
Ideal for potlucks, family gatherings, and summer picnics. Can be made a day in advance for better flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: potato salad, Southern recipe, picnic side dish, creamy salad, family recipe