Southern Potato Salad

Southern Potato Salad is a beloved staple that perfectly marries creamy textures with zesty flavors, making it an essential side dish for any gathering. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue, a picnic in the park, or a family reunion, this classic recipe will delight your guests and keep them coming back for more. Made with tender Yukon gold potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, crunchy vegetables, and a tangy dressing of mayonnaise mixed with pickle relish and Dijon mustard, this potato salad is not only delicious but also simple to prepare. Best of all, it can be made in advance, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully in the fridge for an even tastier experience.

Prep Time20 mins

Cook Time15 mins

Total Time35 mins

Course: Sides Cuisine: Southern Keyword: Feel free to customize by adding ingredients like crispy bacon or chopped bell peppers for extra crunch. Taste the salad before serving; you may want to adjust seasoning according to your preference. Servings: Serves approximately 8 people Calories: 360kcal Author: Tisha

Ingredients

3 pounds Yukon gold potatoes
3 large hard-boiled eggs
2 celery ribs
½ red onion
¼ cup pickle relish
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon pepper
½ teaspoon paprika

Instructions

Cook cubed Yukon gold potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 15 minutes). Drain and cool.
In a mixing bowl, combine cooled potatoes with diced hard-boiled eggs, celery, red onion, and pickle relish.
In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, garlic powder, pepper, and paprika until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the potato mixture and gently toss to coat.
Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to enhance flavors.

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