Best 9 Easy Old Fashioned Potato Salad Recipes

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In the realm of classic summer dishes, potato salad reigns supreme. This humble yet beloved dish is a staple at picnics, potlucks, and backyard barbecues, offering a delightful symphony of flavors and textures that never fails to satisfy.

Our collection of easy old-fashioned potato salad recipes takes this timeless classic to new heights, with a variety of options to suit every taste and preference. From the traditional mayonnaise-based dressing to lighter, tangy vinaigrettes, and even a creamy avocado-based dressing, these recipes offer a range of flavors that are sure to please everyone at your table.

Each recipe includes step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and variations to customize your potato salad to perfection. Whether you prefer red potatoes, Yukon Golds, or a combination of both, we have a recipe that will showcase the best of this versatile vegetable.

So gather your ingredients, grab a mixing bowl, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will elevate your potato salad game to new heights. From the classic to the unexpected, our collection of easy old-fashioned potato salad recipes is sure to become a cherished part of your summer gatherings.

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

OLD FASHIONED POTATO SALAD



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This Old Fashioned Potato Salad recipe is my version of the classic American potluck dish. Tender potatoes with a creamy, perfectly seasoned dressing. This fail-proof recipe is one of my old favorites!

Provided by Valerie Brunmeier

Categories     Salad     Side Dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
¾ cup diced white onion
2 stalks celery (diced)
4 hard-boiled eggs (diced)
1 ½ cups mayonnaise
3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish ((see Notes below for alternate choices))
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
½ teaspoon celery salt
¼ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
paprika for garnish

Steps:

  • Add unpeeled potatoes to a deep pot that has a cover. Add enough water to cover the potatoes and place over HIGH heat. Bring water to a boil, reduce heat to MEDIUM, cover the pot and cook at a low boil for 20 to 25 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a sharp knife. Drain and immediately rinse potatoes with cold water until cool enough to handle. Use paper towels to pull the peels off the potatoes and chop into small pieces.
  • Combine chopped potatoes, diced onion, and diced celery in a large mixing bowl. Season with ¼ teaspoon salt and toss to combine.
  • In a small mixing bowl combine mayonnaise, mustard, celery salt, pepper, and pickle relish. Add to potato mixture and gently stir to combine. Fold in chopped hard-boiled eggs. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
  • Sprinkle with paprika, cover and refrigerate for at least an hour or more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384 kcal, Carbohydrate 27 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 29 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 73 mg, Sodium 346 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

OLD-FASHIONED POTATO SALAD



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THE SECRET to the fine taste of this salad results from adding the warm potatoes to the mayonnaise mixture. My Grandma Nellie may have created the recipe herself or brought it with her from Ireland. I recall friends and family often preferred a second helping of potato salad instead of dessert! -Mary Elizabeth Martucci South Bend, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 medium red potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 2 cups)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons sweet pickle relish
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons chopped carrots
2 tablespoons chopped celery
2 tablespoons chopped red onion
2 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
1/8 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Cook potatoes in boiling salted water for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine mayonnaise, relish, salt and pepper; add carrots, celery, onion and eggs. , Drain the potatoes; gently stir into mayonnaise mixture. Sprinkle with paprika. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 616 calories, Fat 50g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 232mg cholesterol, Sodium 571mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

CONTEST-WINNING OLD-FASHIONED POTATO SALAD



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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

4 cups cubed peeled potatoes
3 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

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 :

BEST CLASSIC POTATO SALAD



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Creamy, tangy, and crunchy, with a hint of spice and sweetness from pickles, this reminds me of my grandmother's potato salad served every Easter or any time we had barbecue. She always dotted it with olives for a finishing touch and a perfect briny addition. This is the best classic version of good old-fashioned, Southern-style potato salad. Not too mayonaissey with just the right amount of tang! Serve with grilled or smoked meats as the perfect side dish.

Provided by NicoleMcmom

Time 2h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 pounds russet potatoes, peeled
4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided, or to taste
4 large eggs
1 cup mayonnaise
⅓ cup sour cream
3 tablespoons yellow mustard
5 stalks green onions, sliced (white and green parts)
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
½ cup chopped spicy sweet dill pickles (such as Wickles™), plus 2 teaspoons pickle juice
¾ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground paprika
¼ cup sliced green olives with pimientos

Steps:

  • Cut potatoes into 1 1/2-inch pieces. Place in a large pot and add water to cover by 2 inches. Add 3 teaspoons salt and eggs; bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Reduce heat and simmer 9 minutes. Remove eggs to an ice bath. Drain potatoes when fork-tender; they may need another minute or so.
  • Peel and chop eggs and set aside.
  • Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, mustard, onions, celery, dill, pickles, juice and pepper in a large bowl; stir to combine. Stir in potatoes and eggs until well blended, mashing potatoes very slightly. Check for seasoning and add up to 1 teaspoon salt if desired.
  • Transfer to a serving bowl, sprinkle with paprika, and garnish with olives. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.9 calories, Carbohydrate 36.5 g, Cholesterol 71.8 mg, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 947 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

MAMA'S OLD FASHIONED POTATO SALAD - DEE DEE'S



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This is the way my mother and my grandmother always made their potato salad. A really nice side dish to go with BBQ! Not bad with fried chicken or for the holiday meals either. I'm sure this basic recipe has be around forever. It's tried and true in our household and the only way our family eats potato salad. Hope you enjoy!

Provided by Diane Atherton

Categories     Potato Salads

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 lb idaho potatoes, peel and cubed
1/2 medium onion, chopped fine
5 hard boiled eggs, chopped
1/4 c sweet pickle cubes or relish
1/2 c dill pickle cubes or relish
1 stalk(s) celery, diced, optional
salt and pepper to taste
1.5-2 c hellman's mayonnaise
1.5-2 Tbsp mustard
paprika, for garnish, optional
1 hard boiled egg, sliced, for garnish, optional

Steps:

  • 1. Peel potatoes and cut into 1 inch cubes; place in a 5 quart pot, cover with water (I add some salt to water); boil for approximately 7 to 8 minutes (time may vary so check for firmness around 5 to 6 minutes, don't over cook and don't under cook, you don't want mashed potato salad and you don't want under cooked potatoes; drain and rinse in cold water; drain well.
  • 2. While potatoes are draining and cooling off; combine chopped onion and eggs; set aside.
  • 3. In a separate bowl, combine pickles, celery, salt and pepper, mustard and mayonnaise.
  • 4. Once potatoes are cooled; add chopped onion and eggs; fold together gently; add mayonnaise mixture and combine gently with other ingredients; if salad seems like you don't need all the mayonnaise mixture; don't use it all, if salad seems to dry, add additional mayonnaise.
  • 5. Garnish top with sliced boiled eggs and sprinkle with paprika if desired.
  • 6. NOTE: This was an excellent choice for a side to go with https://www.justapinch.com/recipe/diane-smith/sweet-jalapeno-bourbon-ribs-dee-dees/pork and https://www.justapinch.com/recipe/diane-smith/sweet-cheese-biscuits-dee-dees/biscuits.
  • 7. Pretty good with Crock Pot BBQ Chicken and some baked beans on the side...yum!!

SOUTHERN POTATO SALAD



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Delicious potato salad made with eggs and mayonnaise!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Side Dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 pounds Russet, Yukon gold or red potatoes (peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes)
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
¼ cup sweet pickles (chopped, or sweet relish)
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
½ teaspoon garlic powder
5 hard-boiled eggs (shelled and diced)
4 green onions (finely diced)
2 celery stalks (finely diced)
Kosher salt (to taste)
Black pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Add the potatoes to a large pot and cover with cold water. Set over high heat and cook just until fork tender. Be careful to keep an eye on the potatoes because if they overcook they will get mushy.
  • When the potatoes are soft, drain them in a strainer and let them cool while you prepare the other salad ingredients.
  • In a large mixing bowl add mayonnaise, yellow mustard, chopped pickles, sugar, apple cider vinegar, and garlic powder. Whisk to combine.
  • Add the potatoes to the mixing bowl along with the diced hard-boiled eggs, green onions, and celery. Stir gently to combine.
  • Taste and season with the desired amount of kosher salt and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 25 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 128 mg, Sodium 300 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

OLD-FASHIONED POTATO SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield about 40 (4-ounce) servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 eggs
4 celery stalks
10 pounds russet potatoes
3 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
3 tablespoons dill relish
5 tablespoons real mayonnaise
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large pot, hard-boil the eggs. Drain and cool, then shell and dice the eggs.
  • Dice the celery stalks, and place to the side with eggs.
  • In a large pot, boil whole potatoes until fully cooked. Drain water. Let potatoes cool and then peel. In a large bowl crumble or mash potatoes.
  • Add all remaining ingredients, including the eggs and celery, and mix. Serve immediately, or refrigerate until serving time.

MY MOM'S GOOD OLD POTATO SALAD



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I have enjoyed this recipe for years, and now so do my children. The secret to this recipe is the sweet pickles. You can also trade the mayo for salad dressing.

Provided by Andrea Parker

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Dairy-Free Potato Salad Recipes

Time 2h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 pounds potatoes, peeled and chopped
10 eggs
1 large onion, chopped
1 (24 ounce) jar sweet pickles, drained and chopped
2 cups mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a large pan of water and boil over medium-low heat until tender, about 12 minutes. Drain the potatoes, and place in the refrigerator to cool.
  • Place the eggs in a saucepan of cold water over medium heat, and bring to a full boil. Turn off the heat, cover the pan, and allow the eggs to sit in the hot water for about 15 minutes. Cool the eggs thoroughly under cold running water and shell them. Chop the cooled eggs and place them in a large salad bowl.
  • Stir the onion, sweet pickles, and mayonnaise into the eggs, and let the mixture chill in the refrigerator at least l/2 hour to blend the flavors. Mix in the chilled chopped potatoes, and refrigerate for at least 1/2 hour. Serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 787.7 calories, Carbohydrate 71.5 g, Cholesterol 253.4 mg, Fat 50.5 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 14.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 806.4 mg, Sugar 19.6 g

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

Tips:

  • Use Yukon Gold or red potatoes: These waxy varieties hold their shape well and won't get mushy in the salad.
  • Boil potatoes until just tender: You don't want them to be too soft, or they'll fall apart when you mix them with the other ingredients.
  • Rinse potatoes with cold water: This will help to stop the cooking process and prevent the potatoes from becoming overcooked.
  • Cut potatoes into bite-sized pieces: This will make them easier to eat and will help the flavors to blend together.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add color, flavor, and texture to the salad. Some good options include celery, onion, carrots, and hard-boiled eggs.
  • Don't overmix the salad: Mix the ingredients gently until they are just combined. Overmixing will make the salad mushy.
  • Chill the salad before serving: This will help the flavors to meld together and will make the salad more refreshing.

Conclusion:

Old-fashioned potato salad is a classic summer dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, and barbecues. 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 everyone will love.

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