Best 4 Classic Tangy Potato Salad Recipes

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**Tangy Potato Salad: A Classic Side Dish with a Twist**

Potato salad is a classic side dish that can be enjoyed at any gathering. This recipe for tangy potato salad is a delicious twist on the traditional dish, with a bright and tangy dressing that will tantalize your taste buds. The salad is made with a combination of Yukon Gold and red potatoes, which are boiled and then tossed with a dressing made with mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, white vinegar, celery, red onion, and fresh parsley. The result is a creamy, flavorful salad that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or backyard barbecues. In addition to the classic recipe, this article also includes variations for a bacon-ranch potato salad, a dill potato salad, and a vegan potato salad. Whether you're looking for a classic side dish or something new and exciting, this article has a potato salad recipe for everyone.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

TANGY POTATO SALAD



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A food experiment gone right! A potato salad for those of us who prefer a bold taste.

Provided by Greenleafwolf

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Dairy-Free Potato Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 potatoes
4 eggs
¼ cup diced red onion
¼ cup diced dill pickles
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup spicy mustard
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring two pots of water to a boil; cook potatoes in one pot and eggs in the other pot until potatoes are semi-soft, 20 minutes. Transfer potatoes and eggs to a bowl of cold water until both are cooled.
  • Dice potatoes and place in a large bowl. Cut eggs in half; remove yolks and place in a separate bowl. Dice egg whites; add to potatoes. Mix red onion and pickles into potato mixture.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, mustard, chives, black pepper, and egg yolks together until smooth. Gently mix mayonnaise mixture into potato mixture until evenly coated; refrigerate for 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.1 calories, Carbohydrate 21.7 g, Cholesterol 98.2 mg, Fat 13.5 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 369.4 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

MOM'S TANGY POTATO SALAD



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This chunky potato salad is a great dish for a family picnic or on a night when you're grilling out. The homemade dressing makes it extra delicious. -Michelle Gurnsey, Lincoln, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds red potatoes, cubed
2 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/4 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon celery seed
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
Dash garlic powder
Dash ground mustard

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool., Place potatoes in a large bowl. Add the eggs, onion and celery. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over potato mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 235mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

OLD FASHIONED POTATO SALAD



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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

CLASSIC TANGY POTATO SALAD



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Make and share this Classic Tangy Potato Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by RecipeNut

Categories     Potato

Time 3h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup Hellmann's mayonnaise or 1 cup light mayonnaise
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
5 medium potatoes, peeled,cubed and cooked
1 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 hard-cooked eggs, diced

Steps:

  • In large bowl combine mayonnaise, vinegar, salt, sugar and pepper.
  • Add potatoes, celery, onion and eggs; toss to coat well.
  • Cover; chill to blend flavors.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.8, Fat 11.2, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 54.1, Sodium 681.2, Carbohydrate 32.2, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 4.2, Protein 4.7

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use Yukon Gold or red potatoes, as they hold their shape well when cooked.
  • Boil the potatoes until they are just tender, as overcooking will make them mushy.
  • Use a mayonnaise-based dressing for a classic potato salad. For a lighter version, use a vinaigrette or Greek yogurt-based dressing.
  • Add your favorite mix-ins to the potato salad, such as chopped celery, onion, hard-boiled eggs, pickles, or bacon.
  • Season the potato salad to taste with salt, pepper, and any other desired spices.
  • Chill the potato salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Conclusion:

This classic tangy potato salad is a versatile and delicious side dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is sure to become a favorite. So next time you're looking for a classic potato salad recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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