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Delicious Southern potato salad served in a bowl with eggs and spices

Southern Potato Salad

A classic and creamy potato salad with a hint of tanginess, perfect for picnics and gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Southern
Servings 6 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 large russet potatoes (scrubbed and rinsed)
  • 3 large hard-boiled eggs
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp yellow mustard
  • 1/4 cup sweet relish
  • 1/3 cup dill relish
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onion (green and white parts)
  • 1/4 cup diced celery
  • 2 tbsp dill pickle juice
  • 1 tsp cracked black pepper
  • 1 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • paprika (optional) For topping

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Boil the potatoes until they are nice and fork-tender. Once done, drain the water and let the potatoes cool.
  • Peel the potato skin off, place them into a large bowl, then cut the potatoes into chunks.
  • Dice or crumble the boiled eggs, then add them to the bowl with the potatoes.
  • Next, toss in the celery and onion.
  • Sprinkle in all of the seasonings, then set the bowl aside.

Mixing

  • In a separate bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mustard, relish, and pickle juice. Mix until well combined, then add it to the other ingredients.
  • Fold all of the ingredients until they are well combined.
  • Cover and refrigerate until the potato salad is nice and cold.

Serving

  • Place the potato salad into a serving bowl, then sprinkle paprika on top (optional).
  • Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Store any leftover potato salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will keep for about 3 to 5 days. For the best flavor and texture, add any fresh herbs or toppings just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g
Keyword Comfort Food, Creamy Potato Salad, Picnic Recipe, Potato Salad, Southern Potato Salad
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