**Homemade Lazy Days Potato Salad: A Refreshing Twist on a Classic Dish**
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our homemade Lazy Days Potato Salad, a tantalizing dish that combines classic ingredients with a refreshing twist. This potato salad is a perfect accompaniment to any summer gathering, backyard barbecue, or potluck. With its creamy dressing, tender potatoes, and colorful mix of vegetables, this salad is sure to be a hit among family and friends. Whether you prefer a traditional or a zesty variation, we have included three unique recipes to cater to your taste preferences. From the classic mayonnaise-based dressing to the tangy mustard-based dressing and the flavorful Greek yogurt-based dressing, you'll find a recipe that suits your palate. Each recipe offers a detailed step-by-step guide, ensuring that you can easily create this delicious dish in the comfort of your own kitchen. So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create the perfect homemade Lazy Days Potato Salad.
LAZY DAYS POTATO SALAD
For a colorful and simply delicious side dish, try Margaret Wilson's Lazy Days Potato Salad. The Hemet, California cook cuts the prep time to almost nothing by using canned potatoes! Slice in some crunchy veggies and diced dill pickles, drizzle with a light creamy dressing seasoned with garlic and mustard-and supper is served!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mustard, garlic powder and pepper. Drizzle over potato mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 780mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
OLD FASHIONED POTATO SALAD
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
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
MAMA'S POTATO SALAD
This old-fashioned potato salad recipe doesn't have many ingredients, so it isn't as colorful as many that you find nowadays. But Mama made it the way her mother did, and that's the way I still make it today. Try it and see if it isn't one of the best-tasting potato salads you have ever eaten! -Sandra Anderson, New York, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large kettle, cook potatoes in boiling salted water until tender. Drain and cool. Peel potatoes; cut into chunks. Separate egg yolks from whites. Set yolks aside. Chop whites and add to potatoes with onion., In a small bowl, mash yolks. Stir in mayonnaise, milk, vinegar, mustard, sugar, salt and pepper. Pour over potatoes; toss well. Adjust seasonings if necessary. Spoon into a serving bowl. Garnish with egg slices and paprika. Chill until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 113mg cholesterol, Sodium 323mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
LAZY DAYS POTATO SALAD
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mustard, garlic powder and pepper. Drizzle over potato mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
PATIO POTATO SALAD
A sweet and creamy cooked dressing lends old-fashioned goodness to this side dish that goes well with any entree. Since the flavors need time to blend, this is a nice make-ahead salad for family barbecues, potlucks and picnice. -Romaine Wetzel, Ronks, Pennsylvnia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 8-10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, mustard, salt and celery seed. Stir in the milk, vinegar and beaten egg until smooth. Add butter. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Cool. Stir in onion and mayonnaise., In a large bowl, combine potatoes and hard-boiled eggs. Add dressing and toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. If desired, serve in a lettuce-lined bowl and sprinkle with paprika.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 101mg cholesterol, Sodium 348mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
Tips:
- Choose the right potatoes: Waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold, Red Bliss, or New Potatoes hold their shape well and are less likely to fall apart when cooked.
- Cook the potatoes properly: To prevent the potatoes from becoming mushy, cook them until they are just tender when pierced with a knife.
- Let the potatoes cool completely: This will help prevent the potato salad from becoming watery.
- Use a light touch when mixing the potato salad: Over-mixing can cause the potatoes to break down and become mushy.
- Add the mayonnaise gradually: This will help prevent the potato salad from becoming too heavy or greasy.
- Season to taste: Be sure to taste the potato salad before serving and adjust the seasonings accordingly.
- Chill the potato salad for at least 30 minutes before serving: This will help the flavors meld together and make the potato salad more refreshing.
Conclusion:
This classic potato salad can be tailored to your own personal preferences by adjusting the type of potatoes, vegetables, and seasonings used. It is a versatile dish that can be served as a side dish or main course. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a festive dish for a special occasion, this Lazy Days Potato Salad is sure to be a hit!
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