Southern Potato Salad
Classic Southern Potato Salad features tender potatoes mixed with a creamy, tangy dressing and crunchy celery, perfect for picnics and family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Boiled
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 3 celery stalks, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped sweet onion
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Place cubed potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 10-12 minutes.
- Drain potatoes and rinse with cold water to cool. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Mix well.
- Add cooled potatoes, chopped celery, sweet onion, hard-boiled eggs, and pickle relish to the dressing. Gently fold together until evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
For extra crunch, add chopped crispy bacon or garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
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