Easy Copycat Walmart Amish Potato Salad
A comforting potato salad that combines creamy, crunchy, and tangy flavors, perfect for picnics and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 24 oz potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes Use waxy potatoes for best results.
- 1 large hard-boiled egg, diced into 1/4-inch pieces
- 2 tbsp celery, chopped Adds crunch.
- 2 tbsp red onions, chopped Can substitute with green onions.
- 1 tbsp sweet pickle relish Use Mt. Olive for that classic flavor.
Dressing
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise Hellmann's makes it creamier.
- 1 tsp mustard
- 1.5 tbsp sugar Adjust to taste.
- 1.5 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp celery seeds Essential for authentic taste.
- 1/4 tsp paprika For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by boiling the potatoes in a large pot of salted water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and allow them to cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced hard-boiled egg, celery, and red onions.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, sugar, apple cider vinegar, salt, black pepper, celery seeds, and paprika.
- Once the potatoes are cool, gently add them to the vegetable mixture.
- Pour the dressing over the potatoes and mix everything together until well coated.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
Serving
- Sprinkle some paprika on top for added color and serve with garnishes like parsley or sliced green onions.
- Pairs well with grilled burgers, corn on the cob, or roast chicken.
Notes
The potato salad gets better with time; store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days. For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for half of the mayonnaise.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2.5gSodium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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