In the realm of summer cookouts, picnics, and backyard barbecues, no dish reigns supreme quite like the classic red potato salad. This beloved side dish is a symphony of flavors and textures, combining tender red potatoes, crisp celery, crunchy red onions, and a tangy, mayonnaise-based dressing. While there are countless variations on the traditional recipe, the essence remains the same: a simple yet satisfying dish that perfectly complements grilled meats, fried chicken, and all the other staples of a summer feast. Whether you prefer a classic preparation with hard-boiled eggs and sweet pickle relish or a more modern take with roasted red potatoes and a Dijon mustard vinaigrette, you're sure to find a red potato salad recipe in this article that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
GRILLED RED POTATO SALAD WITH BACON-BLUE CHEESE VINAIGRETTE
Steps:
- Preheat grill. Toss potatoes with 1/4 cup olive oil and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Grill cut side down for 3 minutes. Turn over and continue grilling 2 to 3 minutes. Place in a large bowl.
- Place medium skillet on the side burner or the grill and heat until almost smoking. Add the bacon and cook until golden brown and crisp. Remove to a plate lined with paper towels. Let cool and crumble.
- Remove all but 2 tablespoons of the bacon fat from the pan. Add the onions and cook until soft, 5 to 6 minutes. Add 1/4 cup olive oil, vinegar, and sugar and cook until sugar is dissolved. Pour the onion mixture over the potatoes, add the crumbled bacon and parsley and toss to combine, season with salt and lots of black pepper. Spoon the salad onto a large platter and sprinkle with the crumbled blue cheese.
CONTEST-WINNING OLD-FASHIONED POTATO SALAD
We live at the edge of Pennsylvania Dutch Country, where there are lots of small farms. Country markets are plentiful here, so potatoes are a staple.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Cook for 20-25 minutes or until tender; drain. Place in a large bowl; add eggs, celery and onions. , In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over potato mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts :
EASY POTATO SALAD WITH DILL
Cucumbers add crunch to this simple dill potato salad. I have tried other vinegar, but I find that I prefer it with apple cider vinegar.
Provided by elsaw
Categories Salad Potato Salad Recipes Red Potato Salad Recipes
Time 2h30m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place the potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 12 minutes. Drain and allow to steam dry while you prepare the dressing.
- Whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, dill, salt, and pepper. Stir in the cucumber and green onions. Add the warm potatoes to the dressing and toss gently to coat with the dressing. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.1 calories, Carbohydrate 16.2 g, Cholesterol 4.2 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 70.6 mg, Sugar 1.3 g
STATE FAIR POTATO SALAD
Categories Salad Potato Side Summer Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook potatoes in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 10 minutes. Drain; transfer to large bowl. Drizzle pickle juices over potatoes and toss gently. Cool to room temperature.
- Whisk mayonnaise, buttermilk, mustard, sugar, and pepper in medium bowl to blend. Pour over potatoes. Add eggs, onion, celery, and pickles and toss gently to blend. Season to taste with salt. (Can be made 8 hours ahead. Chill. Bring to room temperature before serving.)
BLUE-RIBBON POTATO SALAD
Make and share this Blue-Ribbon Potato Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 30m
Yield 8 cups, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook the potatoes:.
- In a large saucepan, combine potatoes, 1 teaspoon salt, and enough water to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat and cook potatoes until easily pierced with a fork, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain potatoes and place them in a large bowl.
- Assemble the salad:.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, tarragon, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper. Pour olive-oil mixture over warm potatoes. Stir in celery, sweet and green onions, and pickle relish. Fold in eggs and mayonnaise. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 367.9, Fat 21.2, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 96.8, Sodium 630.3, Carbohydrate 38.8, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 4.7, Protein 7.7
RED, WHITE, AND BLUE POTATO SALAD
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 40m
Yield about 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- To make the potatoes: Tie the thyme, parsley, rosemary, and bay leaf together with a piece of kitchen twine. Put the bundle in a medium saucepan along with the wine and garlic. Slice the potatoes into 1/4-inch-thick rounds and add to the saucepan. Add cold water to cover by 1 inch and the salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Adjust the heat to maintain a gentle simmer, and cook until the potatoes are tender but not mushy, about 5 minutes. Drain the potatoes, and discard the herb bundle.
- Meanwhile, make the dressing: In a large bowl combine the vinegar, mustard, salt, and season with pepper, to taste. Gradually whisk in the oil to make a smooth dressing.
- Add the warm potatoes to the dressing and toss very gently to combine, taking care not to break up the potatoes. Add the celery and set aside to cool.
- When ready to serve, carefully fold in the parsley and scallions. Serve.
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RED, WHITE & BLUE POTATO SALAD
Tossing the cooked potatoes with stock and wine right after you drain them infuses them with flavor. The liquid absorbs like magic. -George Levinthal, Goleta, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 1h35m
Yield 12 servings (1 cup each).
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Place all potatoes in a Dutch oven; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain; transfer to a large bowl. Drizzle potatoes with stock and wine; toss gently, allowing liquids to absorb., In a small bowl, whisk vinegars, mustards, salt and pepper. Gradually whisk in oil until blended. Add vinaigrette, vegetables, bacon and herbs to potato mixture; toss to combine. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 405mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use small, waxy red potatoes. Avoid large, starchy potatoes, as they will not hold their shape as well in the salad.
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until they are just tender. Overcooking will make them mushy.
- While the potatoes are boiling, prepare the dressing. This will give it time to meld flavors.
- Use a light hand when mixing the salad. Overmixing will break up the potatoes and make the salad mushy.
- Serve the salad warm or at room temperature. It can also be chilled for later use.
Conclusion:
Red potato salad is a classic summer dish that is perfect for picnics, potlucks, and backyard barbecues. It is a simple salad to make, but it is always a hit with guests. With its creamy dressing, tender potatoes, and crisp vegetables, red potato salad is a dish that everyone will enjoy.
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