Best 3 Hearty Potato Salad Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable flavors of a hearty potato salad that promises to be a hit at any gathering. This classic dish is elevated with a medley of fresh and tangy ingredients, creating a symphony of textures and flavors. Savor the tender bite of perfectly cooked potatoes, complemented by the crispness of celery and the sweetness of red onion. Hard-boiled eggs add a touch of protein and richness, while the tangy dressing, made with mayonnaise, mustard, and vinegar, brings it all together. With variations ranging from a creamy, classic potato salad to a lighter, vinegar-based version, this article offers a recipe for every palate. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the delightful world of hearty potato salad.

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

CLASSIC POTATO SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Classic Potato Salad Recipe by Tasty image

This simple summer side dish staple is easy to master with this recipe! Gold potatoes are tossed in a creamy-tangy mixture of mayo, pickle relish, and mustard, with diced red onion and hard-boiled eggs for extra texture. Pro tip: add the dressing to the potatoes in thirds, allowing 5 minutes between each addition, for the creamiest texture.

Provided by Tikeyah Whittle

Categories     Appetizers

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lb gold potato, scrubbed, cut into 1/2 in (1.24 cm)
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided, plus more for boiling potatoes
3 hard-boiled eggs, roughly chopped
¾ cup mayonnaise
½ cup sweet relish
yellow mustard
1 ½ cups red onion, finely diced
3 large stalks celery
½ teaspoon McCormick® Garlic Powder
½ teaspoon McCormick® Paprika
⅛ teaspoon McCormick® cayenne
3 tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon granulated sugar

Steps:

  • Add the potatoes to a large pot and cover with cool water. Generously season the water with salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, 12-15 minutes. Drain and transfer the potatoes to a large bowl.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, mix together the hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, relish, mustard, red onion, celery, garlic powder, cayenne, paprika, and ½ teaspoon salt until well combined.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the white vinegar, remaining teaspoon of salt, and the sugar until the sugar and salt have dissolved.
  • While the potatoes are still hot, pour the vinegar mixture over and toss to coat. Let the potatoes sit for 5 minutes to cool slightly.
  • Add ⅓ of the egg mixture to the potatoes, tossing to coat completely. Let sit for another 5 minutes, then toss with another ⅓ of the egg mixture. Just before serving, toss with the remaining egg mixture.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 calories, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 6 grams

LOADED BAKED POTATO SALAD



Loaded Baked Potato Salad image

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.

HOMEMADE POTATO SALAD



Homemade Potato Salad image

MY BEST recipes are from friends and family. This one came from my aunt - I learned to cook by watching and helping her. I have so many family favorites that I created my own cookbook. I print it out, illustrate and annotate it to give new brides. It is always well received and treasured. -Patty Kile, Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
Pinch salt
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/3 cup water
1 tablespoon white vinegar
3/4 cup mayonnaise
SALAD:
5 large potatoes, cooked, peeled and cubed
4 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
1 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped green onions
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, flour, mustard and salt. Combine the egg, water and vinegar; stir into dry ingredients until smooth. Cook and stir until mixture reaches 160° and coats the back of a metal spoon. Remove from the heat; cool slightly. Stir in mayonnaise. , In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, celery, onions, salt and pepper. Add dressing; toss gently to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 16g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 158mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Tips:

  • For a creamier potato salad, use Yukon Gold or red potatoes.
  • To make the potato salad ahead of time, boil the potatoes up to 3 days in advance and store them in the refrigerator. When you're ready to serve, simply reheat the potatoes and assemble the salad.
  • If you don't have celery or onion on hand, you can substitute other vegetables, such as chopped carrots, bell peppers, or radishes.
  • To make a vegetarian potato salad, omit the bacon.
  • For a vegan potato salad, omit the bacon and mayonnaise and use a plant-based mayonnaise alternative.

Conclusion:

Potato salad is a classic summer side dish that is always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With so many different variations, there's sure to be a potato salad recipe that everyone will enjoy.

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