Best 6 Aunt Dots Potato Salad Recipes

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**Aunt Dot's Potato Salad: A Classic Side Dish with Variations for Every Occasion**

Potato salad is a versatile dish that can be served as a side dish or a main course, and it's perfect for potlucks, picnics, and barbecues. Aunt Dot's potato salad is a classic recipe that has been passed down for generations, and it's known for its creamy, tangy dressing and tender potatoes. In this article, we'll share the original Aunt Dot's potato salad recipe, as well as three variations that will add a unique twist to this classic dish.

**Four Potato Salad Recipes Included:**

* **Aunt Dot's Original Potato Salad:** This classic recipe uses simple ingredients like potatoes, mayonnaise, celery, and onion to create a creamy, tangy salad that's perfect for any occasion.
* **Loaded Baked Potato Salad:** This variation adds all the flavors of a loaded baked potato to the classic potato salad recipe. You'll find bacon, cheese, sour cream, and chives in this hearty and flavorful salad.
* **Mustard Potato Salad:** This tangy and flavorful variation uses a mustard-based dressing instead of mayonnaise. It's perfect for those who prefer a more savory potato salad.
* **Healthy Potato Salad:** This lightened-up version of potato salad uses Greek yogurt and olive oil instead of mayonnaise, and it's packed with healthy vegetables like broccoli, carrots, and red bell pepper.

With four delicious recipes to choose from, you're sure to find the perfect potato salad for your next gathering.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

AUNT TC'S POTATO SALAD



Aunt TC's Potato Salad image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
10 pounds red potatoes
2/3 cup sweet pickle relish
1/2 cup yellow mustard
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, plus additional for sprinkling
12 large hard-boiled eggs, quartered
1/2 red onion, diced
1/2 green bell pepper, diced
3 to 4 cups mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Fill a large stockpot with heavily salted water and the potatoes and bring to a boil. Cook until tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain the potatoes and quarter when cool enough to handle.
  • Mix together the relish, mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, eggs, onion, bell pepper, 3 cups mayo and a pinch of salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add the potatoes and toss until combined. Add additional mayo if the salad looks dry. Sprinkle with smoked paprika. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to eat.

ANN'S ROASTED POTATO SALAD



Ann's Roasted Potato Salad image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

11 tablespoons olive oil, divided
6 garlic cloves, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
Handful chopped fresh thyme and rosemary leaves
3 pounds russet potatoes, cut into large dice
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 cup chopped shallots
1 cup chopped basil leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Mix 6 tablespoons of olive oil, the garlic, salt, pepper and herbs. Add potatoes and toss. Spread out onto a baking sheet and bake for 55 minutes, stirring occasionally. When potatoes are golden brown remove the pan from the oven and let cool. When potatoes are cool, place them in a bowl and scrape the pan drippings into a measuring cup. Add enough oil to the drippings to measure 6 tablespoons of oil. Whisk the vinegar and mustard in a small bowl. Gradually add the oil and then mix in the shallots. Pour the dressing over the potatoes and combine. Season with salt and pepper, if needed. Add chopped basil. Let stand for 1 hour at room temperature. Serve.

GRANDMA JEAN'S POTATO SALAD



Grandma Jean's Potato Salad image

Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Time 3h5m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 large red potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 ribs celery, chopped
1/2 large onion, chopped
3 hard-boiled eggs, 2 chopped and 1 sliced
2 heaping tablespoons sweet pickle relish, drained
1/2 cup salad dressing, (recommended: Miracle Whip)
3 tablespoons yellow mustard
1 tablespoon sugar
Paprika, for garnish
Salt

Steps:

  • Boil cubed potatoes until they are tender. Drain and cool. In a large bowl add celery, onion, 2 eggs and pickled relish. Add the salad dressing, yellow mustard and sugar. Stir well. Place the sliced egg on top of potatoes and sprinkle with paprika and salt. Let the potato salad chill in the refrigerator for 2 1/2 hours or overnight.

AUNT ELEANOR'S POTATO SALAD



Aunt Eleanor's Potato Salad image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds red potatoes, scrubbed well
2 eggs
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons grainy mustard
3 stalks celery, chopped
1 pickle, finely chopped or 2 tablespoons pickle relish
2 tablespoons white vinegar
Paprika
Salt

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan of cold water add potatoes. Bring to a boil and cook just until tender. Drain and cool. Cut potatoes into 1-inch pieces. In a separate pan add eggs to cold water and bring to a boil. Simmer for about 10 minutes. Drain and cool eggs under cold running water. Peel eggs and mash with a fork. Add mayonnaise, mustard, celery, pickle or relish and vinegar. Stir well to combine. Pour dressing over potatoes and toss to coat. Season to taste with paprika and salt. Refrigerate until cool before serving.

OLD FASHIONED POTATO SALAD



Old Fashioned Potato Salad image

This is potato salad the old-fashioned way, with eggs, celery and relish. It's really good to serve with chili.

Provided by jewellkay

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Dairy-Free Potato Salad Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 potatoes
3 eggs
1 cup chopped celery
½ cup chopped onion
½ cup sweet pickle relish
¼ teaspoon garlic salt
¼ teaspoon celery salt
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes. Drain, cool, peel and chop.
  • Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil; cover, remove from heat, 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 the potatoes, eggs, celery, onion, relish, garlic salt, celery salt, mustard, pepper and mayonnaise. Mix together well and refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.4 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Cholesterol 72.4 mg, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 334.7 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

MARTHA'S FAVORITE POTATO SALAD



Martha's Favorite Potato Salad image

Martha steams rather than boils the potatoes, and she uses buttermilk to thin the mayo for her favorite potato salad.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Vegetables     Potato Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 pounds medium red-skinned potatoes
1 medium white onion, finely grated
1/2 cup distilled white vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
1 cup mayonnaise, preferably Hellman's
1 cup buttermilk
1/3 cup sliced cornichons
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley, for garnish (optional)
Hard-boiled eggs sliced, for garnish (optional)
Freshly ground white pepper

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with about 2 inches water and add a pinch of salt. Set steamer basket in pot; make sure water doesn't seep through holes. Bring to a boil, and then reduce to a rapid simmer.
  • Add potatoes to steamer basket. Cover and steam until tender when pierced with the tip of a paring knife, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove potatoes and allow to cool slightly. Peel potatoes, and slice into 1/4-inch-thick slices.
  • Combine onion, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add potatoes and use a large rubber spatula to gently combine, trying not to break up potato slices. Let stand for 10 minutes. Add mayonnaise, buttermilk, and cornichons. Add mixture to another bowl and repeat process of transferring potato mixture from one bowl to another to mix gently until well combined and creamy. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours; the mixture will thicken as it stands. Garnish with parsley and/or sliced hard-boiled eggs, if desired. Season with salt and white pepper.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, waxy potatoes: Waxy potatoes, such as Yukon Gold or Red Bliss, hold their shape better than starchy potatoes, making them ideal for potato salad.
  • Boil the potatoes until they are just tender: Overcooked potatoes will become mushy in the salad.
  • Cool the potatoes completely before adding the dressing: This will help prevent the salad from becoming watery.
  • Use a light, tangy dressing: A mayonnaise-based dressing is a classic choice for potato salad, but you can also use a vinaigrette or yogurt-based dressing.
  • Add some crunch: Celery, onion, and pickles are all classic additions to potato salad, but you can also add other crunchy vegetables, such as radishes or carrots.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as parsley, chives, or dill, add a pop of color and flavor to potato salad.

Conclusion:

Aunt Dot's Potato Salad is a classic recipe that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, and barbecues. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is sure to become a favorite. Whether you like your potato salad creamy or tangy, classic or modern, there's a recipe in this article that's perfect for you. So grab a bowl and start cooking!

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