Southern Potato Salad is a timeless favorite that graces tables at gatherings, picnics, and family dinners. Its creamy texture, tangy flavors, and a hint of sweetness make it the perfect accompaniment to a variety of dishes. In this blog post, we’ll guide you through the steps to make this classic Southern Potato Salad from scratch, ensuring it’s bursting with flavor and love.

Who Will Love This Recipe?

Southern Potato Salad appeals to a wide range of palates and is adored by:

Potato Enthusiasts: If you appreciate the humble potato in all its forms, this salad is a must-try.
Southern Food Lovers: For those who crave the comforting and familiar flavors of Southern cuisine, this recipe is a treasure.
Picnic Planners: Whether you’re heading to a picnic, barbecue, or potluck, this potato salad is a crowd-pleaser.
Homemade Food Fans: If you take pride in preparing dishes from scratch, this recipe will satisfy your culinary spirit.

What Makes It Special?

Our Southern Potato Salad stands out thanks to its:

Homemade Dressing: We’ll guide you through creating a creamy, tangy dressing from scratch, ensuring it complements the potatoes perfectly.
Classic Ingredients: We use traditional ingredients like sweet pickle relish, chopped celery, and hard-boiled eggs to capture that authentic Southern flavor.
Customization: You can adjust the seasonings and ingredients to suit your taste, making it as mild or zesty as you prefer.
Make-Ahead Convenience: This salad can be prepared in advance, making it a practical choice for busy cooks.

Tips for a Perfect Southern Potato Salad

Here are some tips to ensure your Southern Potato Salad turns out as delightful as a Southern breeze:

Potato Choice: While Russet potatoes are classic for this recipe, you can also use red or Yukon Gold potatoes if you prefer a creamier texture.
Uniform Cutting: Try to cut the potatoes into even-sized pieces to ensure they cook evenly and have a consistent texture.
Chill Time: Allowing the potato salad to chill for at least 4 hours is essential for melding the flavors. It’s even better when prepared a day in advance.
Customize: Feel free to add extras like diced pickles, chopped bacon, or a dash of hot sauce for a personalized touch.

Southern Potato Salad

Serves: 6 Prep Time: 10mins Cooking Time: 20mins 20mins

Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Ingredients

3 pounds of medium Russet potatoes
1 cup of mayonnaise
1/4 cup of yellow mustard
2 teaspoons of apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons of sugar
1/2 teaspoon of onion powder
1/4 cup of sweet pickle relish
1 stalk of celery, chopped
1/2 sweet onion, chopped
4 hard-boiled eggs (3 chopped and 1 sliced)
Paprika (for garnish)
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare and Boil the Potatoes

Begin by washing and scrubbing the Russet potatoes thoroughly. Cut each potato in half and place them in a large pot.

Cover the potatoes with about 1 inch of water, add 2 teaspoons of salt, and bring the water to a simmer. Allow the potatoes to simmer for approximately 20 minutes or until they are fork-tender all the way through.

Drain the potatoes well and let them cool. Once cooled, peel and discard the potato skins.

Step 2: Cut and Prepare Potatoes

In a large bowl, place the peeled potatoes. Use a knife to cut them into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3: Create the Dressing

In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, sugar, and onion powder until the dressing is well combined.

Step 4: Combine Ingredients

Pour the dressing mixture over the potatoes and mix it in well.

Immediately add the sweet pickle relish, chopped celery, chopped sweet onion, and the chopped hard-boiled eggs. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly.

Season the potato salad with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 5: Garnish and Refrigerate

Top the potato salad with the sliced hard-boiled egg and sprinkle paprika over the top for added flavor and a dash of color.

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the potato salad for a minimum of 4 hours to allow the flavors to meld.