Best 6 Grandmas Baked Potato Salad Recipes

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**Grandma's Baked Potato Salad: A Classic Dish with Endless Variations**

A delightful blend of flavors and textures, baked potato salad is a timeless dish that has graced tables for generations. This versatile salad starts with tender potatoes, perfectly roasted until golden brown and infused with a smoky aroma. Once cooled, the potatoes are combined with a creamy dressing, creating a symphony of flavors that range from tangy to sweet. Whether you prefer a classic mayonnaise-based dressing or a lighter, vinegar-based vinaigrette, there are endless variations to suit every palate. This article offers a collection of delectable baked potato salad recipes, each with its unique twist. From a traditional Southern-style salad loaded with bacon, eggs, and celery to a Mediterranean-inspired version featuring feta cheese, olives, and herbs, these recipes will guide you in creating a dish that's sure to impress. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the timeless charm of baked potato salad.

**Recipes Included:**

1. **Classic Southern Baked Potato Salad:** This recipe stays true to the traditional Southern roots of baked potato salad. With a creamy mayonnaise dressing, crumbled bacon, hard-boiled eggs, and a hint of sweet pickle relish, this salad is a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.

2. **Loaded Baked Potato Salad:** Take your baked potato salad to the next level with this loaded version. Packed with cheese, bacon, sour cream, and chives, this salad is a hearty and satisfying dish that's perfect for a potluck or barbecue.

3. **Mediterranean Baked Potato Salad:** Inspired by the flavors of the Mediterranean, this salad combines roasted potatoes with feta cheese, Kalamata olives, red onion, and fresh herbs. Drizzled with a tangy lemon-tahini dressing, this salad is a refreshing and flavorful twist on the classic.

4. **Healthy Baked Potato Salad:** For a lighter take on baked potato salad, this recipe uses a tangy vinaigrette dressing instead of mayonnaise. With the addition of fresh vegetables like bell peppers, celery, and carrots, this salad is a nutritious and delicious option for any occasion.

5. **Vegan Baked Potato Salad:** This plant-based version of baked potato salad is just as creamy and flavorful as the traditional recipe. Using a vegan mayonnaise alternative and dairy-free sour cream, this salad is perfect for those with dietary restrictions or those looking for a healthier option.

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

GRANDMA'S POTATO SALAD



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Our Fourth of July feast wouldn't be complete without this chilled old-fashioned potato salad. It's my grandma's treasured recipe. —Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

6 pounds medium red potatoes
Water
DRESSING:
1 cup water
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup white vinegar
2 large eggs
1/2 cup sugar
4-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
3/4 cup Miracle Whip
SALAD:
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 green onions, sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced
Paprika

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a stockpot and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook until tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain. When cool enough to handle, peel and slice potatoes; cool completely., For the dressing, in the top of a double boiler or metal bowl over barely simmering water, heat 1 cup water, butter and vinegar until butter is melted. In a small bowl, beat eggs; add sugar and cornstarch. Add to butter mixture; cook and stir until thickened, 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl; cool completely. , In a small bowl, beat cream until stiff peaks form. Stir Miracle Whip into cooled dressing mixture; fold in whipped cream. Stir in onion, green onions, salt and pepper. Add potatoes; toss lightly to combine. Refrigerate, covered, until chilled., To serve, top with hard-boiled eggs; sprinkle with paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 202mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

GRANDMA'S POTATO SALAD



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Provided by Nancy Fuller

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 8 side servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 pounds red potatoes
Salt
1 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 chives, chopped
1 white onion, finely chopped
Freshly ground black pepper
6 hardboiled eggs, chopped

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes and 2 heaping tablespoons of salt in a large pot of water. Bring the water to a boil and cook until the potatoes are tender when forked, 10 to 15 minutes. Chop the potatoes into 1/2-inch pieces.
  • In a large bowl, add the potatoes, mayonnaise, parsley, mustard, celery, chives, onions and salt and pepper. Toss to coat the potatoes with the dressing and then add the eggs. Gently stir the potato salad, taking care not to mash the eggs. Serve immediately.

LOADED BAKED POTATO SALAD



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I revamped my mother's potato salad recipe to taste more like baked potatoes with all the fixin's, which I love. It's now the most requested dish at family gatherings. Even my mother asked for the recipe! -Jackie Deckard, Solsberry, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 pounds small unpeeled red potatoes, cubed
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
8 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
1 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 sweet onion, chopped
3 dill pickles, chopped
1-1/2 cups sour cream
1 cup mayonnaise
2 to 3 teaspoons prepared mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Sprinkle potatoes with salt and pepper; bake, uncovered, in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan until tender, 40-45 minutes. Cool in pan on a wire rack., Combine potatoes with next 5 ingredients. In another bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise and mustard; pour over potato mixture, tossing to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315 calories, Fat 21g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 587mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

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

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

GRANDMA'S BAKED POTATO SALAD



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Grandma Sharon shared this recipe with me when my daughter was in the Daisy Girl Scouts. All the troops here in town were meeting together with their mothers for a Girl Scout potluck. Grandma Sharon said that she had the prefect recipe for serving a lot of people or a small group. This recipe can be doubled or tripled and still...

Provided by Roda Laser

Categories     Potato Salads

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 potatoes, boiled and diced
1 lb velveeta cheese
1/2 c chopped green onion
1/2 c chopped bell pepper
1 c mayonaise
natural seasoning salt - to taste or just salt & pepper
1/2 lb bacon
1/4 c black or green olives

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 325. In baking dish, mix together all ingredients except bacon and olives; set aside.
  • 2. Fry bacon crisp and then crumble.
  • 3. Slice the olives.
  • 4. Mix the bacon and olives together and sprinkle over the top of the potato salad.
  • 5. Bake for 45 minutes.

Tips:

  • Use starchy potatoes: Varieties such as Russet or Yukon Gold hold their shape better and absorb the dressing well.
  • Bake the potatoes until tender: Overcooking can make them mushy.
  • Let the potatoes cool completely before slicing: This will prevent them from breaking apart.
  • Use a light hand when mixing the dressing: Overmixing can cause the potatoes to become mashed.
  • Chill the salad before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs or crumbled bacon: This will add a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

Grandma's Baked Potato Salad is a classic side dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, and barbecues. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its creamy dressing, tender potatoes, and flavorful mix-ins, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy side dish, give Grandma's Baked Potato Salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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