Best 5 Skinny Classic Potato Salad Recipes

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CLASSIC POTATO SALAD



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The recipe for this Southern classic came from the chef Millie Peartree's mother, Millie Bell. The sweet relish melds with the creamy potatoes for a deep, balanced flavor. Onion powder adds savory notes without the texture of diced onion, which could overpower the dish. Make sure that your eggs are rinsed thoroughly, so no pieces of shell remain, and that your potatoes are uniformly cut in roughly 1-inch cubes so they all finish cooking at the same time. (Millie Bell used her thumb as a measure.) And, most important of all, don't overcook the potatoes: You want potato salad, not mashed potatoes.

Provided by Millie Peartree

Categories     salads and dressings, vegetables, side dish

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings (2 1/2 quarts)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 pounds russet, Yukon Gold or Idaho potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sweet relish
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 teaspoon granulated onion or onion powder
6 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and diced small
2 celery stalks (optional)
Sweet paprika, for garnish

Steps:

  • Set the potatoes in a large pot; add 1 tablespoon salt and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Set over high heat and cook just until fork-tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. (You still want the potatoes to still have some shape to avoid turning the dish into mashed potatoes.) Drain potatoes, and set them aside to cool.
  • As potatoes cool, make the dressing: To a large bowl, add mayonnaise, relish, mustard and granulated onion; whisk to combine.
  • Add the potatoes to the dressing, along with the diced hard-boiled eggs, and celery, if using; stir gently to combine. Taste and season with salt and black pepper as needed.
  • Chill for at least 2 hours, and up to overnight. Serve cold. Finish with a sprinkle of paprika. Potato salad will keep for 4 days in an airtight container.

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

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

CLASSIC POTATO SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Boil, peel and cube 2 pounds russet potatoes; toss with 2 tablespoons cider vinegar and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Mix 2 cups mayonnaise, 2 chopped scallions, 1 chopped celery stalk, 1 tablespoon each dijon mustard and vinegar, 1 teaspoon sugar, and salt. Toss with the potatoes.

CLASSIC POTATO SALAD (MAKEOVER)



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From Betty's Soul Food Collection... What's the skinny on reduced-fat potato salad? Begin with reduced-fat mayo, then jack up the flavor with yellow mustard, sweet pickle relish and a dash of hot sauce for zip.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 medium red potatoes (2 lb), peeled
3 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
2 medium stalks celery, chopped (1 cup)
4 medium green onions, chopped (1/4 cup)
1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
3/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon Frank's™ RedHot™ Original cayenne pepper sauce
Paprika

Steps:

  • In 4-quart saucepan, place potatoes. Add water just to cover. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 20 to 30 minutes or until tender. Drain; cool slightly. Cut into cubes.
  • In large bowl, mix potatoes, eggs, celery, onions and bell pepper.
  • In small bowl, mix mayonnaise, pickle relish, mustard, sugar, salt, black pepper and pepper sauce until well blended.
  • Add dressing to potato mixture; toss gently to mix. Cover; refrigerate at least 1 hour or until serving time. Sprinkle top with paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 1, ServingSize 1 Serving, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right potatoes: Waxy potatoes, such as red potatoes or Yukon Golds, hold their shape better than starchy potatoes, such as russets, and are less likely to fall apart when cooked.
  • Cook the potatoes just until they are tender: Overcooked potatoes will be mushy and fall apart.
  • Use a light hand when mixing the potato salad: Overmixing will break up the potatoes and make the salad mushy.
  • Chill the potato salad before serving: This will help the flavors to meld and the salad will be more refreshing.
  • Add your favorite mix-ins: Some popular mix-ins for potato salad include celery, hard-boiled eggs, bacon, and cheese.
  • Taste the potato salad before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed: You may want to add more salt, pepper, or mayonnaise.

Conclusion:

This classic potato salad recipe is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed at any gathering. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is sure to become a favorite. So next time you're looking for a classic potato salad recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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