Best 11 Potato Salad For A Crowd Recipes

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Potato salad is the ultimate summer staple, perfect for potlucks, picnics, and backyard barbecues. This classic dish is made with boiled potatoes, mayonnaise, celery, onion, and hard-boiled eggs, but there are endless variations on the basic recipe. Whether you like your potato salad creamy or tangy, with bacon or cheese, or loaded with vegetables, there's a recipe out there for everyone. In this article, we'll share three of our favorite potato salad recipes, each with its own unique flavor profile.

Our first recipe is for a classic potato salad with a creamy mayonnaise dressing. This is the perfect recipe for those who love a traditional potato salad. Our second recipe is for a tangy potato salad with a vinegar-based dressing. This recipe is perfect for those who prefer a lighter, more refreshing potato salad. Our third recipe is for a loaded potato salad with bacon, cheese, and vegetables. This recipe is perfect for those who want a hearty, filling potato salad. No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy this delicious and versatile dish.

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

CLASSIC POTATO SALAD FOR 50



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Creamy chunks of potato and crunchy bits of veggies, this traditional potato salad will gain rave reviews from your gang. It's perfect for your last family gathering of the summer. Dixie Terry, Goreville, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 1h45m

Yield 50 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 12

15 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
4 cups mayonnaise
1 cup sweet pickle relish
1/4 cup prepared mustard
1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
2 tablespoons salt
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons pepper
6 celery ribs, chopped
8 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
Paprika and green pepper rings, optional

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in two stockpots and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool to room temperature. , In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, relish, mustard, pimientos, salt, sugar and pepper. Divide the potatoes, celery, eggs and onion between two very large bowls; add mayonnaise mixture. Stir to combine. , Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Garnish with paprika and green pepper rings if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 454mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

POTATO SALAD FOR 40



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Moist, eggy, chunky, and...no pickles!

Provided by Allrecipes Cook

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Dairy-Free Potato Salad Recipes

Time 8h50m

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 7

10 pounds potatoes
24 eggs
4 cups mayonnaise
1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard
4 teaspoons salt, or to taste
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
2 cups finely chopped green onions

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 cool potatoes, then peel and dice. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, remove from heat, and let eggs stand in hot water for 15 minutes. Remove eggs from hot water, cool under cold running water. Peel and chop eggs. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Combine potatoes, eggs, and green onions in a large bowl or roasting pan. Stir mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and black pepper in a bowl; pour mixture over potatoes and gently toss to combine. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.2 g, Cholesterol 106.6 mg, Fat 20.2 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 406.5 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

FRENCH POTATO SALAD



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Here's an easy-to-make potato salad that features a fresh, zippy tarragon dressing instead of the traditional mayonnaise. This is one of my husband's favorite recipes. I like to bring along a large bowlful for picnics, potlucks and backyard barbecues.-Cheryl Ruhr, Brookfield, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds potatoes, peeled, cooked and sliced
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/3 cup olive oil
4 teaspoons cider vinegar
1 to 2 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon or 1 to 2 teaspoons dried tarragon
2 tablespoons minced chives
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss potatoes and onion. In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, tarragon, chives, salt and pepper; shake well. Pour over potato mixture and gently toss to coat. Let stand 1 hour. Serve at room temperature.

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GERMAN POTATO SALAD FOR A CROWD



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A dear German friend gave me this recipe. I take this satisfying potato salad to gatherings all year-round. The seasonings give a traditional potato salad enticing flavor.-Donna Cline, Pensacola, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 medium potatoes
12 bacon strips
1-1/2 cups chopped onion
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon ground mustard
Pinch pepper
1-1/2 cups water
3/4 cup white vinegar
Chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain. Peel and slice into a large bowl; set aside. , In a large skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towels; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. , Saute onion in drippings until tender. Stir in the next six ingredients. Gradually stir in water and vinegar; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook and stir 2 minutes more or until thickened. Pour over potatoes; toss to coat. Crumble bacon and gently stir into potatoes. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 652mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g 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

CREAMY POTATO SALAD



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There's no way around it; the best part of picnics is the potato salad. Pair our creamy potato salad recipe with barbeque, anything from the grill or even as a potluck entrée! For any warm-weather get-togethers, this potato salad recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Consider jazzing up your potato salad dressing and adding some bacon, diced ham, pepperoni or salami to your side. We love sprinkling fresh herbs before serving for a little extra color and taste. Win-win!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 4h55m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 pounds round red or white potatoes (about 6 medium), peeled
1 1/2 cups mayonnaise or salad dressing
1 tablespoon white or cider vinegar
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 medium stalks celery, chopped (1 cup)
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
4 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
Paprika, if desired

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in 3-quart saucepan; add enough water to cover potatoes. Cover and heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Cook covered 25 to 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender; drain. Let stand until cool enough to handle. Cut potatoes into cubes.
  • Mix mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper in large glass or plastic bowl.
  • Add potatoes, celery and onion; toss. Stir in eggs. Sprinkle with paprika. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours to blend flavors and chill. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 480 mg

OLD FASHIONED POTATO SALAD FOR A CROWD OF 50



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Make and share this Old Fashioned Potato Salad for a Crowd of 50 recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Olha7397

Categories     Healthy

Time 1h5m

Yield 50 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

10 lbs waxy potatoes
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped green pepper
4 cups finely slivered celery
2 cups diced cucumbers
salt
pepper
cayenne pepper
12 hard-boiled eggs
1/2 cup flour
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon dry mustard
1 tablespoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
cayenne
1 quart milk
4 eggs
1 cup distilled white vinegar
1/4 cup butter

Steps:

  • FOR THE POTATO SALAD: Cook 10 pounds waxy new crop potatoes in salted boiling water to cover. Peel and dice. Spread in 3 serving pans, 9 by 15 inches. Sprinkle with 1 cup finely chopped onion. Cover evenly with Hot Salad Dressing. With wide spatula turn potatoes carefully in the dressing to coat completely. Let stand in a warm place, covered, for half an hour. At serving time, sprinkle with 1 cup chopped green pepper, 4 cups finely slivered celery, and 2 cups diced cucumber. Carefully toss to mix ingredients. Adjust seasoning, if necessary, with salt, pepper, and cayenne. Separately grate the yolks and whites of 12 hard cooked eggs and sprinkle on the salad in patterns through a paper doily, keeping the colors separate. Makes about 50 servings, 2/3 cup each.
  • FOR THE HOT SALAD DRESSING:.
  • Put a 2 quart pan into a roasting pan with hot water in it. In the pan, mix together 1/2 cup flour, 1/4 cup sugar, 1 Tablespoon each dry mustard and salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and a generous dash of cayenne. Gradually add 1 quart hot milk, stirring until smooth. Cook, stirring, until the sauce bubbles and thickens. Cook 10 minutes, stirring often. Beat 4 eggs lightly, warm them with a little hot sauce, and stir them into the pan. Cook for a minute or two. Remove the pan from the hot water and add 1 cup full strength distilled vinegar (not the mild seasoned type). Swirl in 1/4 cup butter. If the sauce seems too thick, add a few tablespoons of water to thin it as desired. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper to taste. Makes 1 1/2 quarts.
  • The Complete Potato Cookbook.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.1, Fat 3.5, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 73, Sodium 188.4, Carbohydrate 19.8, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 2.3, Protein 4.8

NEW POTATO SALAD FOR A CROWD



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One of my adopted recipes that I have updated. The recipe comes from EverydayCook.com and makes quite a large bowl of potato salad. With summer picnic's, family reunions, and other special occasions this will be a welcome recipe to have on hand.

Provided by lauralie41

Categories     Potato

Time 1h30m

Yield 12-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 lbs red potatoes, peeled, cubed, cooked
1 dozen hard-boiled egg, peeled and chopped
1 onion, chopped
1/2 cup dill pickle, chopped (or to your taste)
1 teaspoon celery seed
4 ounces sour cream
1 quart mayonnaise
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Peel, cube, and boil potatoes in large pot of salted water.
  • In another pan, boil eggs.
  • When both have been cooked through, drain and let cool.
  • Peel eggs and chop.
  • In large mixing bowl add cooled potatoes, chopped egg, onion, pickles, and celery seed, salt and pepper.
  • Add sour cream and mayonnaise and stir gently to combine being careful not to mash potatoes.
  • Refrigerate until completely cooled before serving or overnight.

POTATO SALAD FOR A CROWD OF 30-40



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Make and share this Potato Salad for a Crowd of 30-40 recipe from Food.com.

Provided by SUSIE IN MISSOURI

Categories     Potato

Time 50m

Yield 30-40 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

10 lbs red potatoes, boiled and peeled
12 hard-boiled eggs, cut small
16 ounces sweet pickle relish
32 ounces mayonnaise or 32 ounces Miracle Whip
1/4 teaspoon yellow mustard
2 bunches green onions, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Layer ingredients in very large bowl.
  • 1/3 of each ingredient, follow with another 1/3 and then the final 1/3.
  • Fold together carefully.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Keep cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159.5, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 74.6, Sodium 178.4, Carbohydrate 30.3, Fiber 3, Sugar 6.8, Protein 5.6

POTATO SALAD FOR A CROWD



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I make this for family reunions, weddings, graduations, and so on. Everyone asks for the recipe! It's a colorful salad that everyone likes.

Provided by Rumdrinker25

Categories     Potato

Time 1h

Yield 15 pounds of salad, 30-50 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

10 lbs red potatoes
1 dozen egg
1 (16 ounce) jar olives
1 (16 ounce) jar kosher dill pickles
2 medium onions
2 cups mayonnaise (NOT salad dressing)
1 cup sour cream
1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon onion salt
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
paprika

Steps:

  • Peel and dice the potatoes.
  • Boil in salted water until just tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook eggs until done and cool immediately.
  • Drain olives and pickles and chop finely.
  • Chop onion.
  • When potatoes are done, drain and cool quickly.
  • Using a wire whisk, prepare dressing by combining mayo, sour cream, buttermilk, salts, and pepper.
  • Peel the cooled eggs.
  • Save the best looking 4-5 to slice for garnish, chop the rest and add to cooled potatoes.
  • Add chopped olives, pickles, and onion to potatoes.
  • Stir well.
  • Add dressing and stir to coat evenly.
  • Carefully slice eggs for garnish and arrange on top of salad.
  • Sprinkle with paprika.
  • Cover and chill through prior to serving.

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 :

Tips:

  • Choose the right potatoes: Waxy potatoes, such as Yukon Gold or Red Bliss, hold their shape well and won't become mushy when cooked. Avoid starchy potatoes, such as Russet potatoes, as they tend to fall apart.
  • Cook the potatoes properly: Boil the potatoes until they are just tender, but not overcooked. Overcooked potatoes will become mushy and will not hold their shape well in the salad.
  • Cool the potatoes completely: Before adding the potatoes to the salad, let them cool completely. This will help to prevent the salad from becoming watery.
  • Use a variety of ingredients: Potato salad is a great opportunity to use up leftover vegetables and herbs. Try adding chopped celery, carrots, onion, hard-boiled eggs, pickles, or fresh herbs like parsley, dill, or chives.
  • Use a good quality mayonnaise: The mayonnaise is one of the key ingredients in potato salad, so it's important to use a good quality mayonnaise that you enjoy the taste of. You can also use a mixture of mayonnaise and Greek yogurt for a healthier option.
  • Season the salad to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add a bit of mustard or vinegar for a tangy flavor.

Conclusion:

Potato salad is a classic summer dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, and barbecues. It is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients, so you can easily customize it to your own taste. With these tips, you can make a delicious potato salad that will be the hit of your next gathering.

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