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potato salad recipe - A bowl of creamy Southern potato salad topped with fresh dill and paprika

Classic Creamy Southern Potato Salad

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A rich, creamy, and tangy potato salad recipe featuring Yukon Gold potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, and a hint of apple cider vinegar for the ultimate picnic side dish.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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3 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup yellow mustard
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
1/2 cup celery, finely diced
1/4 cup red onion, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon celery seed
Fresh dill and paprika for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Place the cubed potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, and add a generous pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Step 2: Simmer the potatoes for 10-12 minutes until fork-tender. Drain the water and transfer the potatoes to a large mixing bowl.
Step 3: While the potatoes are still warm, drizzle the apple cider vinegar over them. Toss gently and let them cool to room temperature.
Step 4: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, relish, salt, pepper, and celery seed to create the dressing for your potato salad recipe.
Step 5: Add the chopped eggs, celery, and red onion to the cooled potatoes. Pour the dressing over the mixture and fold gently until everything is evenly coated.
Step 6: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. Garnish with fresh dill and a sprinkle of paprika.

Notes

Always use Yukon Gold potatoes for the best texture. If you like it extra tangy, add an extra tablespoon of pickle juice to the dressing.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dishes & Savory Recipes
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 310 kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg