Best 7 Best Creamy Potato Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our diverse collection of creamy potato salad recipes. From classic mayonnaise-based salads to tangy mustard variations and refreshing vegan options, our curated selection caters to every palate and dietary preference. Whether you prefer a simple and timeless potato salad or one with a unique twist, our recipes offer a range of flavors and textures to satisfy your cravings. Discover the perfect accompaniment to your next barbecue, picnic, or potluck gathering, and elevate your meal with the creamy goodness of these irresistible potato salads.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRANDMA'S CREAMY POTATO SALAD



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My grandma makes the best potato salad, but she doesn't use a recipe! So I watched while she put together "a little of this and a little of that" and jotted a recipe that comes close. The creamy dressing also works well for making deviled eggs.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 medium red potatoes, cubed
4 to 5 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
1-1/2 cups mayonnaise
2/3 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1 teaspoon celery seed
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water. Cover and bring to a boil; cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and cool. , Transfer to a large bowl; add eggs. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Pour over potato mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 483 calories, Fat 39g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 134mg cholesterol, Sodium 284mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CREAMY POTATO SALAD



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There's no way around it; the best part of picnics is the potato salad. Pair our creamy potato salad recipe with barbeque, anything from the grill or even as a potluck entrée! For any warm-weather get-togethers, this potato salad recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Consider jazzing up your potato salad dressing and adding some bacon, diced ham, pepperoni or salami to your side. We love sprinkling fresh herbs before serving for a little extra color and taste. Win-win!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 4h55m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 pounds round red or white potatoes (about 6 medium), peeled
1 1/2 cups mayonnaise or salad dressing
1 tablespoon white or cider vinegar
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 medium stalks celery, chopped (1 cup)
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
4 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
Paprika, if desired

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in 3-quart saucepan; add enough water to cover potatoes. Cover and heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Cook covered 25 to 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender; drain. Let stand until cool enough to handle. Cut potatoes into cubes.
  • Mix mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper in large glass or plastic bowl.
  • Add potatoes, celery and onion; toss. Stir in eggs. Sprinkle with paprika. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours to blend flavors and chill. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 480 mg

GRANDMA'S CREAMY POTATO SALAD



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This potato salad is just like Grandma's.

Provided by Frank David

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Red Potato Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ pounds red potatoes, peeled
1 ½ cups mayonnaise
1 cup chopped celery
½ cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
4 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
1 teaspoon paprika, or to taste

Steps:

  • Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and let cool enough to handle, 10 to 15 minutes. Cut into cubes.
  • Mix mayonnaise, celery, onion, vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl. Add potatoes and mix to combine. Stir in eggs and sprinkle with paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 538.1 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Cholesterol 162.2 mg, Fat 47.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 794.6 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

WORLD'S BEST POTATO SALAD



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This is the creamiest, richest potato salad you will ever try. The secret is in the homemade dressing. I get nothing but raves every time I make this.

Provided by Kaye Lynn

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Creamy Potato Salad Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 medium potatoes
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 cup celery, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
6 hard-cooked eggs, diced
2 eggs, beaten
½ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
salt to taste
½ cup vinegar
1 (5 ounce) can evaporated milk
1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
¼ cup butter
1 cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes into a large pot, and fill with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook for about 20 minutes, or until easily pierced with a fork. Drain. Cool, peel and dice. Transfer to a large bowl, and toss with the onion, celery, 1 teaspoon of salt, and hard-cooked eggs.
  • While the potatoes are cooking, whisk together 2 eggs, sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a saucepan. Stir in the vinegar, milk, and mustard. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until thickened, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in the butter. Refrigerate until cool, then stir in the mayonnaise.
  • Stir the dressing into the bowl of potato salad gently until evenly coated. Chill several hours or overnight before serving for best flavor.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 555.3 calories, Carbohydrate 26.7 g, Cholesterol 315 mg, Fat 45.6 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 11.3 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 790.1 mg, Sugar 21.2 g

THE BEST CREAMY POTATO SALAD



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If you dislike any crunch in your potato salad and love mustard, this is the recipe for you! This is my mother-in-law's version of a 1950's Betty Crocker recipe and it's the ONLY potato salad I will eat. *Prep time does not include the boiling, peeling or cubing of potatoes and eggs.

Provided by Suzie Boozie

Categories     Potato

Time 15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 lbs boiled potatoes, peeled & cubed
12 hard-boiled eggs, peeled & cubed
3 3/4 cups mayonnaise
6 teaspoons yellow mustard
6 teaspoons white vinegar
6 teaspoons sugar
3 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • Mix mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, sugar and salt.
  • Gently fold in eggs and potatoes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 535.6, Fat 30.1, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 231.1, Sodium 1184.4, Carbohydrate 58.1, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 9, Protein 10.2

BEST CREAMY POTATO SALAD



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Conquer your next potluck with our Best Creamy Potato Salad. Our Best Creamy Potato Salad includes hard-cooked eggs, tender Yukon gold potatoes and celery.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Potatoes

Time 3h30m

Yield 9 servings, 3/4 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lb. Yukon gold potatoes (about 6 large), peeled, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/4 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
3 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
1 stalk celery, thinly sliced
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh dill
1/2 cup KRAFT Mayo Homestyle Real Mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Cook potatoes in boiling water in saucepan 15 min. or until tender; drain.
  • Place warm potatoes in large bowl. Add dressing; toss to coat.
  • Add eggs, celery, onions and dill; mix lightly. Stir in mayo. Refrigerate 3 hours or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 170 mg, Carbohydrate 20 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, Protein 4 g

WORLD'S BEST CREAMY POTATO SALAD



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A creamy, rich potato salad and the dressing is what makes it special. Make it your own by adding whatever you like (sweet pickle relish, Miracle Whip etc.). Adapted from a recipe on Allrecipes.com.

Provided by Marich

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 1m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 medium potatoes
1 small onion, diced
1 cup celery, diced
1 teaspoon salt
6 hard-boiled eggs, diced
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
salt
1/2 cup vinegar
1 (5 ounce) can evaporated milk
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/4 cup butter
1 cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Boil potatoes till tender. Drain, peel and dice to desired size. Transfer to a large bowl and toss with the onion, celery, salt and eggs.
  • While potatoes are cooking, whisk together the beaten eggs, sugar, cornstarch and salt. Stir in the vinegar, evaporated milk and mustard. Cook over medium heat stirring until thickened (about 10 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in the butter. Refrigerate until cool then stir in the mayo.
  • Gently add the dressing to the potato mixture until coated. Chill several hours or overnite.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 589.2, Fat 29.1, SaturatedFat 10, Cholesterol 285.4, Sodium 890.1, Carbohydrate 68.1, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 21.9, Protein 15

Tips:

  • Use Yukon Gold or red potatoes for the best flavor and texture.
  • Boil the potatoes until they are just tender, but not mushy.
  • Cool the potatoes completely before making the salad.
  • Use good-quality mayonnaise and sour cream.
  • Add chopped celery, onion, and hard-boiled eggs for extra flavor.
  • Season the salad to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Garnish the salad with chopped fresh parsley or chives.

Conclusion:

This creamy potato salad is a classic side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser. The creamy dressing is made with mayonnaise, sour cream, and a touch of mustard, and the potatoes are perfectly tender and flavorful. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make a creamy potato salad that will be the star of your next potluck or barbecue.

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