Best 16 American Potato Salad Recipes

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Potato salad, a classic American side dish, is a delightful combination of flavors and textures. This versatile dish can be enjoyed at picnics, potlucks, and backyard barbecues. From the classic mayonnaise-based dressing to variations with mustard, vinegar, or even bacon, there's a potato salad recipe for every taste. This article presents a collection of 10 enticing potato salad recipes that cater to different preferences and dietary needs. Get ready to elevate your next gathering with these flavorful and satisfying potato salad creations.

Here are our top 16 tried and tested recipes!

CLASSIC AMERICAN-STYLE POTATO SALAD



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Most potato salads look and taste better when made with low-starch red boiling potatoes. For Classic American-Style Potato Salad, you can use any size of this variety, but the small new potatoes cook 10 to 15 minutes faster than the larger ones. Choose potatoes that are all roughly the same size, if possible, so they cook in the same time.

Provided by USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Dairy-Free Potato Salad Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds red boiling potatoes, scrubbed
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 hard-cooked eggs
1 small celery stalk
¼ cup chopped sweet pickle (not relish)
3 scallions
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
½ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon-style mustard

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a pot with water to cover. Bring to a boil, cover and simmer, stirring to ensure even cooking, until a thin-bladed paring knife or a metal skewer inserted into a potato can be removed with no resistance, 25 to 30 minutes. Drain, rinse under cold water and drain again. Cool slightly.
  • Cut warm potatoes into 3/4-inch dice with a serrated knife. Layer them in a bowl, seasoning with vinegar, salt and pepper as you go. Cut eggs, celery and pickle in 1/4-inch dice and thinly slice scallions. Add to potatoes, along with parsley. Stir in mayonnaise and mustard until everything is combined. Chill, covered, before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.4 calories, Carbohydrate 28.8 g, Cholesterol 99.5 mg, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 549.9 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

THE BEST AMERICAN POTATO SALAD



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Our favorite potato salad kicks up the traditional mayonnaise base with not only chopped dill pickles, but also uses the pickle brine for extra tang. Scallions, celery and parsley add freshness and a little crunch, while hard-boiled eggs practically make it a meal.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
3 large eggs
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1/3 cup chopped dill pickles, plus 2 tablespoons brine
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
1/2 teaspoon sugar
3 stalks celery, chopped
4 scallions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Paprika, for topping

Steps:

  • Put the potatoes in a large saucepan; cover with cold water and season with 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a simmer and cook until tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl. Add the vinegar and 1/2 teaspoon salt; toss. Let cool slightly, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, put the eggs in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then remove from the heat and let sit, covered, 10 minutes. Drain the eggs and cover with ice water to cool; peel, chop and set aside.
  • Whisk the mayonnaise, sour cream, pickle brine, mustard and sugar in a small bowl. Stir in the pickles, celery, scallions and parsley. Spoon the mayonnaise mixture over the potatoes and mix well. Season with salt and pepper. Add the hard-boiled eggs and gently stir to combine. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight. Sprinkle with paprika just before serving.

JULIA'S AMERICAN-STYLE POTATO SALAD



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Provided by Julia Child

Categories     Salad     Egg     Onion     Potato     Side     Fourth of July     Picnic     Kid-Friendly     Backyard BBQ     Lunch     Mayonnaise     Vinegar     Bacon     Family Reunion     Lettuce     Sugar Conscious     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Small Plates

Yield About 6 cups, serving 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds large Yukon Gold potatoes, or other waxy, boiling potatoes
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/3 cup chicken stock or potato-cooking water
2/3 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
3 or 4 slices crisply cooked bacon, chopped or crumbled
2 to 3 tablespoons finely chopped pickle, sweet or dill
2 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and sliced thin
3 tablespoons or so finely chopped fresh chives or scallions, including a bit of their tender green
Salt and freshly ground white pepper
1 cup or so mayonnaise, homemade if possible
Sour cream (optional)
For garnishing
Crisp whole red-leaf or other lettuce leaves
Canned red pimiento, diced; sliced hard-boiled eggs; tomato quarters; parsley sprigs (optional)

Steps:

  • Peel the potatoes and slice each one lengthwise in half, or in quarters if very large; then cut crosswise into half-round or quarter-round slices, about 1/2 inch thick.
  • Put the slices in a saucepan with water just to cover and 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt per quart of water. Heat to a simmer, and cook the potatoes for 5 to 6 minutes, or until just cooked through. It is essential that they be just cooked through. Bite into a slice or two to be very sure. Immediately remove from the heat and drain the potatoes into a colander, but save a cup of the cooking liquid for dressing the potatoes. Transfer the potatoes to a large bowl. Stir the cider vinegar with ⅓ cup of the potato water or chicken stock and drizzle this over the potato pieces, turning them gently to distribute it evenly. Let sit 10 minutes to absorb the liquid.
  • Add the prepared onion, celery, bacon, pickle, hard-boiled eggs, and chives, and season carefully to taste. Top with ⅔ cup of mayonnaise (or a mix of mayonnaise and a bit of sour cream) and, with a large rubber spatula, gently fold everything together until well blended. Taste the salad and add more salt, pepper, or mayonnaise as needed.
  • Cover the salad and set aside in the refrigerator for at least an hour or so before serving. If it is refrigerated longer, let it come back to room temperature before serving. Taste and adjust the seasoning again.
  • To serve, line a bowl or a platter with red-leaf lettuce or other greens, and mound the salad on top. Decorate at the last moment, if you wish, with any or all of the optional garnishes.

JULIA'S AMERICAN-STYLE POTATO SALAD



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Potato salad is perfect picnic fare, but it is a good side dish any time of year, dressed and garnished in various styles to suit the season. Julia's American-style potato salad is garnished with hard-boiled eggs and crisp bacon bits, chopped pickles, onions and celery, all given a light coating of homemade mayonnaise. Make this at least an hour ahead of time so the flavors have time to ripen, and serve it cool or at room temperature.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 27m

Yield About 6 cups, serving 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 pounds large Yukon Gold potatoes, or other waxy, boiling potatoes
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/3 cup chicken stock or potato-cooking water
2/3 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
3 or 4 slices crisply cooked bacon, chopped or crumbled
2 to 3 Tbs finely chopped pickle, sweet or dill
2 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and sliced thin
3 Tbs or so finely chopped fresh chives or scallions, including a bit of their tender green
Salt and freshly ground white pepper
1 cup or so mayonnaise, homemade if possible
Sour cream, optional
Crisp whole red-leaf or other lettuce leaves
Canned red pimiento, diced
Sliced hard-boiled eggs
Tomato quarters
Parsley sprigs

Steps:

  • Peel the potatoes and slice each one lengthwise in half, or in quarters if very large; then cut crosswise into half-round or quarter-round slices, about 1/2 inch thick.
  • Put the slices in a saucepan with water just to cover and 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt per quart of water. Heat to a simmer, and cook the potatoes for 5 to 6 minutes, or until just cooked through. It is essential that they be just cooked through. Bite into a slice or two to be very sure. Immediately remove from the heat and drain the potatoes into a colander, but save a cup of the cooking liquid for dressing the potatoes. Transfer bowl. Stir the cider vinegar with 1/3 cup of the potato water or chicken stock and drizzle this over the potato pieces, turning them gently to distribute it evenly. Let sit 10 minutes to absorb the liquid.
  • Add the prepared onion, celery, bacon, pickle, hard-boiled eggs, and chives, and season carefully, to taste. Top with 2/3 cup of mayonnaise (or a mix of mayonnaise and a bit of sour cream) and, with a large rubber spatula, gently fold everything together until well blended. Taste the salad and add more salt, pepper, or mayonnaise as needed.
  • Cover the salad and set aside in the refrigerator for at least an hour or so before serving. If it is refrigerated longer, let it come back to room temperature before serving. Taste and adjust the seasoning again.
  • To serve, line a bowl or a platter with red-leaf lettuce or other greens, and mound the salad on top. Decorate at the last moment, if you wish, with any or all of the optional garnishes.

AMERICAN POTATO SALAD WITH HARD-BOILED EGGS AND SWEET PICKLES



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Make and share this American Potato Salad With Hard-Boiled Eggs and Sweet Pickles recipe from Food.com.

Provided by icetea

Categories     Potato

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs red potatoes, scrubbed (about 6 medium or 18 small)
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
salt & fresh ground pepper
3 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and cut into 1 to 2 inch dice
1 stalk celery, minced (about 1/2 cup)
2 tablespoons minced red onions
1/4 cup sweet gherkin, minced
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Cover potatoes with 1 inch of water in stockpot or Dutch oven.
  • Bring to simmer over medium-high heat.
  • Reduce heat to medium and simmer, stirring once or twice to ensure even cooking, until potatoes are tender (a thin-bladed paring knife can be slipped into and out of center of potatoes with no resistance), 25 to 30 minutes for medium potatoes or 15 to 20 minutes for new potatoes.
  • Drain; cool potatoes slightly and peel if you like.
  • Cut potatoes into 3/4-inch cubes (use serrated knife if they have skins) while still warm, rinsing knife occasionally in warm water to remove starch.
  • Place warm potato cubes in large bowl.
  • Add vinegar, 1-2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and toss gently.
  • Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until cool, about 20 minutes.
  • When potatoes are cool, toss with remaining ingredients and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve.
  • Imediately or cover and refrigerate.
  • cooking time does not include refrgeration time.

COOKS ALL-AMERICAN POTATO SALAD



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Make and share this Cooks All-American Potato Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by pamsbm

Categories     Potato

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cut in 3/4 inch cubes (3-4 medium)
table salt
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
1 medium celery rib, chopped fine (about 1/2 cup)
2 tablespoons minced red onions
3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3/4 teaspoon mustard powder
3/4 teaspoon celery seed
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley leaves
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 large hard-cooked eggs, peeled and cut into 1/4 inch cubes (optional)

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in large saucepan and add water to cover by 1 inch.
  • Bring to boil over medium-high heat; add 1 TB salt, reduce heat to medium, and simmer, stirring once or twice, until potatoes are tender, about 8 minutes.
  • Drain potatoes and transfer to large bowl.
  • Add vinegar and, using rubber spatula, toss gently to combine.
  • Let stand until potatoes are just warm, about 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, stir together celery, pickle relish, mayonnaise, mustard powder, celery seed, parsley, pepper, red onion, and 1/2 tsp salt.
  • Using rubber spatula, gently fold in dressing and eggs, if using, into potatoes.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour; serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.2, Fat 10.4, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 323.8, Carbohydrate 52, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 5.9, Protein 5.3

JULIA CHILD'S AMERICAN-STYLE POTATO SALAD



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This is one of my favorite potato salads! I make this for parties all the time & get asked for the recipe. I have quite a few friends that claim to not like potato salad or anything with mayonnaise but they gobble this up.

Provided by Trnquilit

Categories     Potato

Time 1h55m

Yield 6 cups, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 lbs yukon gold potatoes (or other waxy boiling potatoes)
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/3 cup chicken stock or 1/3 cup potato water
2/3 cup onion (finely chopped)
1/2 cup celery (finely chopped)
3 -4 slices bacon (crisply cooked, chopped or crumbled)
2 -3 tablespoons dill pickle relish or 2 -3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
2 eggs (hard-boiled, peeled & sliced thin)
3 tablespoons chives (finely chopped) or 3 tablespoons scallions (finely chopped)
salt
white pepper (freshly ground if avail.)
1 cup mayonnaise (homemade if possible)
sour cream (optional)
lettuce leaf
pimiento (diced)
egg (hard-boiled, sliced)
tomatoes (quartered)
parsley sprig

Steps:

  • Slice potatoes lengthwise in 1/2 or in quarters if very large; cut crosswise into 1/2 round or 1/4 round slices, about 1/2" thick. Put in a saucepan with just enough water to cover & 1 1/2 t of salt per quart of water. Heat to a simmer & cook for 5 - 6 min until just cooked through. (It is essential that they be cooked through!). Remove from heat & drain, reserving 1 c of the cooking liquid for later use.
  • Transfer potatoes to a large bowl; stir together the cider vinegar with 1/3 c of the potato water or chicken stock & drizzle over potatoes, turning them gently to distribute it evenly. Let sit 10 min to absorb the liquid.
  • Add the onion, celery, bacon, pickle, hard-boiled eggs & chives; season to taste. Top with 2/3 c of mayonnaise (or a mix of mayonnaise & sour cream) & gently fold everything together. Taste & add more salt, pepper or mayonnaise as needed.
  • Cover & refrigerate for at least an hour; if it is refrigerated longer, bring back to room temperature before serving.
  • To serve, line a bowl or platter with lettuce & mound salad on top. Taste again & adjust seasoning if needed. Decorate at the last moment.

ALL-AMERICAN POTATO SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Egg     Potato     Side     Mayonnaise     Summer     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 1/2 pounds small boiling potatoes (white, red, or fingerling)
3 tablespoons cider vinegar, or to taste
5 hard-boiled large eggs
1/8 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/2 cup chopped sweet onion
3 large celery ribs

Steps:

  • Boil potatoes:
  • In a large saucepan cover potatoes with salted cold water by 1 inch and simmer, covered, until just tender, about 15 to 30 minutes, depending on size of potatoes. In a colander drain potatoes and cool to warm.
  • With a sharp knife peel warm potatoes and cut into 1/3-inch-thick slices. In a bowl immediately toss potatoes with vinegar. In a bowl mash yolks and stir in mayonnaise, mustard, and onion. Chop whites and celery and gently toss together with potatoes, mayonnaise mixture, and salt and pepper to taste. Serve potato salad chilled or at room temperature.

GREAT AMERICAN POTATO SALAD



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Make and share this Great American Potato Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ambercollins1986

Categories     Potato

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup Miracle Whip
1 teaspoon mustard
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 cups potatoes
2 hard-boiled eggs
1/2 cup onion
1/2 cup celery
1/2 cup sweet pickle relish

Steps:

  • Cube and boil potatoes. Chop eggs and onion. Slice Celery.Combine salad dressing, mustard, celery seed, salt, and pepper; mix well.
  • Add potatoes, eggs, onion, celery, and pickle; mix lightly. Chill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.9, Fat 10, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 73.3, Sodium 753.3, Carbohydrate 32.6, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 11.9, Protein 4.7

AMERICAN HATCH POTATO SALAD



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An American-style potato salad, with a twist - roasted Hatch chiles!

Provided by WUSTHOF

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Creamy Potato Salad Recipes

Time 1h48m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 tablespoons kosher salt
2 Hatch chile peppers, halved and seeded, or more to taste
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 cup mayonnaise
¼ cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
2 peperoncini peppers, minced
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon pickle relish
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 ribs celery with leaves, chopped
½ red onion, finely chopped
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place potatoes and 2 tablespoons salt in a large pot and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until fork-tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Drain. Transfer to a large bowl and set aside to cool.
  • Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Place chile peppers cut-side down on baking sheet and lightly brush skin with oil.
  • Broil in the preheated oven until skin is heavily blistered and turning black, 12 to 15 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and cover tightly with plastic wrap. Allow peppers to steam as they cool, about 15 minutes. Peel and chop the chile peppers.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, parsley, peperoncini peppers, mustard, lemon juice, pickle relish, and remaining 1 teaspoon salt in a small bowl to make dressing.
  • Pour dressing over cooled potatoes. Add chile peppers, celery, and onion; mix to combine. Season salad with black pepper. Chill in the refrigerator before serving, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.8 calories, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 13.9 mg, Fat 30.3 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 2753.3 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

ALL AMERICAN POTATO SALAD



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I was looking for a great potato salad recipe when I found this one in an old back issue of COOK'S ILLUSTRATED magazine. Now, I make this all the time at the restaurant where I cook, and people just love it! It's a darn good basic recipe!

Provided by Cindy Bodnar

Categories     Potato Salads

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 -4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4 inch cubes
salt
2 Tbsp white vinegar
1 celery rib, chopped fine (about 1/2 cup)
2 Tbsp minced red onion
3 Tbsp sweet pickle relish
1/2 c mayonnaise
3/4 tsp powered mustard (dry mustard)
3/4 tsp celery seed
2 Tbsp minced fresh parsley leaves
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
2 large hard cooked eggs, peeled and chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Place potatoes in large saucepan and add water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to boil over medium-high heat; add 1 Tablespoon of salt, reduce heat to medium, and simmer, stirring once or twice, until potatoes are tender, about 8 minutes.
  • 2. Drain potatoes and transfer to large bowl. Add vinegar and , using rubber spatula, toss gently to combine. Let stand until potatoes are just warm (about 20 minutes)
  • 3. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, stir together celery, onion, pickle relish, mayonnaise, powdered mustard, celery seed, parsley, pepper, and 1/2 tsp. salt. Using rubber spatula, gently fold the dressing and eggs, into potatoes. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled (at least 1 hour); Serve.

AMERICAN POTATO SALAD



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Just a good old fashioned, down home potato salad recipe that brings back memories of picnics in the park and family gatherings. Wonderful as it is or make it your own by adding additional ingredients of your choice.

Provided by JOSLYN

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Red Potato Salad Recipes

Time 3h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 pounds red potatoes
6 eggs
2 cups mayonnaise
1 onion, diced
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 small green bell pepper, seeded and diced
3 stalks celery, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add potatoes, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until tender but still firm. Drain, cool and cut into cubes.
  • Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Cover and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, cool, peel and chop.
  • In a large bowl, combine chopped potatoes and eggs. Mix together mayonnaise, chopped onion, green onion, green pepper, and celery. Season with salt and pepper, then mix well. Cover, and refrigerate for several hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.8 calories, Carbohydrate 41.4 g, Cholesterol 103.2 mg, Fat 15.9 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 721.4 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

CLASSIC AMERICAN POTATO SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Potato     Side

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 pounds waxy potatoes, such as red new potatoes
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley leaves
1/4 cup minced onion
Mayonnaise to taste (start with 1/2 cup)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a medium pot of water to a boil; salt it. Peel the potatoes if you like (or wash and scrub them well), then cut them into bite-size pieces; cook them in the water until tender but still firm and not at all mushy, 15 minutes or so. Drain, rinse in cold water for a minute, then drain again. Toss the still-warm potatoes with the parsley and onion. Add mayonnaise until the mixture is as creamy as you like. Season with salt and pepper and refrigerate until ready to serve. (You may prepare the salad in advance up to this point; cover and refrigerate for up to 1 day, then bring to room temperature before serving.)

AMERICAN POTATO SALAD



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Make and share this American Potato Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Toadi

Categories     Potato

Time 30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 medium potatoes, cooked and sliced
5 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/2 cup celery, diced
1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
1 teaspoon dry mustard
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine mayo, mustard, sugar, vinegar, salt and pepper. Mix well.
  • Add onion and celery.
  • Stir in potatoes and eggs.
  • Refrigerate at least 5 hours or more.
  • I always make this the day before, because it tastes better after it flavors thru.
  • Enjoy!

DELICIOUS EXTRA CREAMY AMERICAN POTATO SALAD



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This is my moms recipe ...she was always chosen to bring the potato salad to family and friends gatherings.

Provided by Mary Lee

Categories     Other Side Dishes

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

3-4 pounds cooked, peeled and diced small potatoes ( red is best)
4-5 green onions diced 3/4ths up stems
1/3 cup celery (diced small)
7 lrg hard boiled eggs - cooled/ peeled/diced small , leaving 1 egg for garnish
1/2 teaspoon yellow mustard
1 to 1 1/4 cup hellmann's mayonnaise
approx 1/2 cup milk ( of your choice)
dash or two of garlic powder (optional)
salt/pepper to taste
(celery leaves, parsely leaves or chives for garnish)
paprika for final garnish and color

Steps:

  • 1. In large mixing / serving bowl, add diced potatoes, diced eggs, onion, celery, optional garlic powder, salt/ pepper. In seperate small bowl, whisk together, mayonnaise, mustard, milk until smooth and creamy . ( you may need to add a bit more mayo and milk, depending on you how creamy you like it) Pour mayo mixture, Pour over potatoes. Mix gently but thoroughly. Keep cold in refrigerator until ready to garnish top and serve. Gently give potato salad a final mixing , top salad with thinly sliced egg slices, adding celery leaves (or fresh parsley, chives) around top for garnish. Lightly sprinkle with paprika. Return to refrigerator until time to serve.
  • 2. Note: wipe clean rim of serving bowl for nicer serving appearance.

AMERICAN PICNIC POTATO SALAD



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Categories     Backyard BBQ     Potato     Dinner     Lunch     Salad

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 pound potatoes
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
1/2 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup thinly sliced purple onions
1 cup celery strips
3 medium sized cucumbers
2 cups Hellmans mayo
5 tablespoons Dijon mustard
20 hard cooked eggs, peeled & quartered
1 cup Italian parsley

Steps:

  • Drop potatoes into a kettle of cold, salted water as they are cut to equal size. Bring to a boil and cook until tender but still firm.
  • When done, drain the potatoes and drop them into a mixing bowl; roughly slice them. Sprinkle the still hot potatoes with vinegar, olive oil, salt and pepper.
  • Add the onions, celery, cucumbers, mayo and mustard; toss gently to combine.
  • Add quartered eggs and parsley and toss again. Cool to room temperature, cover,and refrigerate overnight. Before serving, toss again, correct seasoning and add more mayo, if needed.

Tips:

  • Use the right potatoes: Waxy potatoes, such as Yukon Gold or red potatoes, hold their shape better than starchy potatoes, such as Russet potatoes, and are less likely to become mushy in the salad.
  • Cook the potatoes properly: Boil the potatoes until they are tender but still firm. Overcooked potatoes will become too soft and fall apart in the salad.
  • Cool the potatoes completely before adding the other ingredients: This will help to prevent the salad from becoming watery.
  • Use a variety of ingredients: In addition to the basic ingredients of potatoes, mayonnaise, celery, and onion, you can add other ingredients to your potato salad, such as hard-boiled eggs, bacon, cheese, or chopped vegetables.
  • Season the salad to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add a splash of vinegar or lemon juice for a bit of tang.
  • Chill the salad before serving: This will help to make the flavors meld and the salad more refreshing.

Conclusion:

Potato salad is a classic American dish that is perfect for summer picnics and potlucks. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make the best potato salad that will be the hit of your next party.

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