Best 8 Classic Tangy Potato Salad Recipes

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Potato salad, a beloved dish enjoyed by people of all ages, is a quintessential part of summer gatherings, picnics, and potlucks. Its classic tangy flavor, creamy texture, and versatility make it a crowd-pleaser. Whether you prefer a traditional recipe passed down through generations or a modern twist with unique ingredients, there's a perfect tangy potato salad recipe waiting to be discovered. This article will guide you through the essential elements of a classic tangy potato salad, providing tips and insights to help you create a dish that will tantalize your taste buds and become a cherished family favorite. From choosing the right potatoes to selecting the perfect tangy dressing, we'll explore the secrets of crafting a truly memorable potato salad experience.

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

TANGY POTATO SALAD



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Pickle lovers will love this easy creamy, tangy potato salad recipe.

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Time 30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 1/2 lb. new potatoes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 c. olive oil
2 tbsp. red wine vinegar
1 tbsp. Dijon mustard
1/2 c. chopped half- sour pickles, plus 2 tablespoons pickle brine
2 tsp. mustard seeds
2 c. watercress
1/4 c. chopped fresh chives
1/3 c. chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large pot; cover with cold salted water. Cover and bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer until tender, 15 to 18 minutes. Cut into halves or quarters, if large.
  • Meanwhile, whisk ­together oil, vinegar, Dijon, and pickle brine in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Add potatoes, pickles, and mustard seeds, and toss to coat. Fold in watercress, chives, and parsley.

TANGY POTATO SALAD



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A food experiment gone right! A potato salad for those of us who prefer a bold taste.

Provided by Greenleafwolf

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Dairy-Free Potato Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 potatoes
4 eggs
¼ cup diced red onion
¼ cup diced dill pickles
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup spicy mustard
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring two pots of water to a boil; cook potatoes in one pot and eggs in the other pot until potatoes are semi-soft, 20 minutes. Transfer potatoes and eggs to a bowl of cold water until both are cooled.
  • Dice potatoes and place in a large bowl. Cut eggs in half; remove yolks and place in a separate bowl. Dice egg whites; add to potatoes. Mix red onion and pickles into potato mixture.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, mustard, chives, black pepper, and egg yolks together until smooth. Gently mix mayonnaise mixture into potato mixture until evenly coated; refrigerate for 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.1 calories, Carbohydrate 21.7 g, Cholesterol 98.2 mg, Fat 13.5 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 369.4 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

MOM'S TANGY POTATO SALAD



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This chunky potato salad is a great dish for a family picnic or on a night when you're grilling out. The homemade dressing makes it extra delicious. -Michelle Gurnsey, Lincoln, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds red potatoes, cubed
2 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/4 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon celery seed
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
Dash garlic powder
Dash ground mustard

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool., Place potatoes in a large bowl. Add the eggs, onion and celery. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over potato mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 235mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CLASSIC TANGY POTATO SALAD



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Make and share this Classic Tangy Potato Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by RecipeNut

Categories     Potato

Time 3h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup Hellmann's mayonnaise or 1 cup light mayonnaise
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
5 medium potatoes, peeled,cubed and cooked
1 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 hard-cooked eggs, diced

Steps:

  • In large bowl combine mayonnaise, vinegar, salt, sugar and pepper.
  • Add potatoes, celery, onion and eggs; toss to coat well.
  • Cover; chill to blend flavors.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.8, Fat 11.2, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 54.1, Sodium 681.2, Carbohydrate 32.2, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 4.2, Protein 4.7

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.

CONTEST-WINNING TANGY POTATO SALAD



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My potato salad is so easy, I can quickly put it together in the kitchen of our trailer home on the lake. I've shared the recipe with our three daughters, and it's become a signature dish with all of them. Our grandchildren eat it up.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 cups cubed peeled cooked potatoes (about 11 medium)
10 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
3 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
1 carton (8 ounces) French onion dip
1/2 cup dill pickle relish
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Leaf lettuce, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, bacon and eggs. In a small bowl, combine the dip, relish, salt and pepper. Stir into potato mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve in a lettuce-lined bowl if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 453mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

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

CLASSIC POTATO SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



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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

Tips:

  • For the best potato salad, use waxy potatoes, such as red potatoes or fingerling potatoes. These potatoes hold their shape well when cooked and won't get too mushy.
  • Cook the potatoes until they are tender but still have a little bit of bite to them. You don't want them to be too soft or they will fall apart when you mix them with the other ingredients.
  • While the potatoes are cooking, hard-boil the eggs. This will save you time later on. Once the eggs are cooked, peel and chop them.
  • Make sure the mayonnaise is cold before you mix it with the other ingredients. This will help to keep the potato salad from getting too runny.
  • Add the ingredients to the potato salad in the following order: potatoes, eggs, celery, onion, pickles, and mayonnaise. This will help to prevent the mayonnaise from getting too diluted.
  • Season the potato salad to taste with salt, pepper, and paprika. You can also add other spices or herbs, such as dill, parsley, or chives, if desired.
  • Cover the potato salad and refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the potato salad to chill.

Conclusion:

Potato salad is a classic summer dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, and barbecues. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal taste. With a few simple tips, you can make the best potato salad that everyone will love.

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