Best 20 Creamy Potato Salad Recipes

GRANDMA'S CREAMY POTATO SALAD

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 let cool enough to handle, 10 to 15 minutes. Cut into cubes.
• Mix mayonnaise, celery, onion, vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl. Add potatoes and mix to combine. Stir in eggs and sprinkle with paprika.

CREAMY DIJON-DILL POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Put the potatoes in a big pot with enough water to cover by 1-inch. Season with salt and bring the water to a boil. Cook just until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork, about 25 minutes.
• Drain the potatoes and return them to the uncovered pot off the heat. Let them sit until almost room temperature. (Cooling them in the warm pot will get rid of any excess water in the potatoes, and that's good.)
• Meanwhile, cut the white parts off the ends of the celery stalks. Cut the stalks in half lengthwise, then across into 1/4-inch slices. Stir the celery, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and the remaining ingredients together in a serving bowl large enough to hold all the potatoes.
• When they're cool, cut the potatoes into 1-inch pieces, add them to the bowl as you go. Stir gently until all the potatoes are coated with dressing. You can make the salad up to a couple of hours in advance. Keep covered at room temperature. Don't refrigerate or the potatoes will lose their rich, smooth texture.

CREAMY GRILLED POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Place the first five ingredients in a large bowl; toss to coat. , Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. Grill potatoes, covered, over medium heat until tender, 25-30 minutes, turning once. Cool. Cut into quarters and place in a large bowl., In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients. Pour over potatoes; toss to coat. Serve immediately. Refrigerate leftovers.

CREAMY POTATO SALAD WITH LEMON AND FRESH HERBS

Steps:

• Bring potatoes to boil in large pot of water. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 17 minutes. Drain; let stand until cool enough to handle, about 20 minutes.
• Cut potatoes into 3/4-inch pieces. Place 1 layer of potatoes in large bowl; sprinkle with some of vinegar and salt and pepper. Continue layering potatoes with vinegar, salt, and pepper. Add all remaining ingredients; toss. Season with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD Can be made 8 hours ahead. Cover and chill.

CREAMY POTATO SALAD WITH YOGURT VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a large bowl, whisk together the vinegar, garlic, salt, mustard, olive oil, yogurt and mayonnaise (if using). Place the onion in a bowl, and pour on boiling water to cover. Drain immediately, rinse with cold water and transfer to the bowl with the dressing.
• Steam the potatoes above one inch of boiling water for 10 to 15 minutes until tender. Remove from the heat, and toss gently with the onion. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add the remaining ingredients and toss together. Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.

CREAMY POTATO SALAD

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, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain and let cool, about 15 minutes. Chop coarsely.
• Combine salad dressing, sour cream, onion, parsley, chives, sweet relish, dill relish, mustard, sugar, basil, and celery seed in a large bowl. Add potatoes; stir well to coat. Cover and chill to let all the flavors blend, 12 to 24 hours.

GRANDMA'S CREAMY POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Place the potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water. Cover and bring to a boil; cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and cool. , Transfer to a large bowl; add eggs. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Pour over potato mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight.

HEALTHIER CREAMY POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Put potatoes in a large saucepan with water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook, covered, until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain; rinse with cold water. Let potatoes cool.
• Stir together yogurt, mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Stir in cauliflower and fresh parsley. Add cooled potatoes; toss gently to coat. Chill, covered, at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours.

CREAMY HERB GRILLED POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Whisk sour cream with mixed herbs, vinegar, honey, mustard, salt and pepper until combined; set aside.
• Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil; add potatoes and cook for 12 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold running water.
• Preheat grill to medium; grease well. Toss potatoes with melted Spreadables butter. Spread out evenly on the grill and cook, turning often, for 15 minutes or until well marked and fork tender.
• Transfer potatoes to a bowl and toss with dressing, celery, peas and radishes. Salad can be served warm or reserved for up to 24 hours in the refrigerator.

CREAMY, LEMONY POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Place potatoes into a large pot with enough salted water to just cover; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer, turning occasionally, until fork-tender, about 20 minutes. Drain potatoes and set aside to cool.
• Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, remove from heat, and let eggs cook in hot water for 15 minutes. Remove eggs from hot water and rinse with cold water until cool. Peel and chop eggs; put into a large glass dish.
• Peel cooled potatoes and chop; add to eggs in glass dish.
• Stir coleslaw dressing and creamy salad dressing together in a bowl until smooth; add chives and stir. Pour dressing over the potatoes and eggs; stir to coat. Season salad with salt and pepper; dust with paprika.
• Cover dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.

CREAMY HORSERADISH POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, horseradish, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until smooth. Add chives and potatoes and stir to coat.

CREAMY NO-EGG POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Boil potatoes in water for 25 minutes, drain and set aside to cool.
• Combine remaining ingredients in large covered container and place in refrigerator while potatoes are cooling.
• When potatoes are cool enough to handle, peel and cube them.
• Add to vegetable mayonnaise mixture and toss.
• Cover and chill at least 6 hours or overnight.
• Delicious!

CREAMY RED POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Place potatoes in a Dutch oven; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook potatoes for 15-18 minutes or until tender. Drain. , Transfer potatoes to a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk the vinaigrette ingredients. Pour over warm potatoes; gently toss to coat. Cool slightly. Cover and refrigerate until chilled., In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise and sour cream; stir in the radishes, onions and parsley. Add to potatoes; mix gently. Top with eggs. Chill until serving.

CREAMY SWEET POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Score washed potatoes lengthwise and place on a baking sheet.
• Bake in the preheated oven until tender, about 1 hour. Remove from the oven; place in ice water for easy peeling.
• Peel potatoes and cut into bite-sized pieces.
• Mix potatoes, pineapple, red onion, pecans, celery, cranberries, honey, lemon juice, mayonnaise, cinnamon, salt, and cayenne together, in that order, in a medium bowl. Cover and place in the refrigerator, 8 hours, or overnight.

CREAMY ASPARAGUS POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Cook 1 pound asparagus (trimmed, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces) in salted boiling water until crisp-tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to ice water to cool; drain. Add 1 pound quartered baby potatoes to the boiling water and cook until tender, 8 to 10 minutes, then drain. Whisk 1/2 cup creme fraiche, 1/4 cup each chopped chervil and chives and 2 tablespoons each olive oil, white wine vinegar and chopped dill in a large bowl. Add the asparagus and potatoes; season with salt and pepper and toss. Refrigerate.

CREAMY POTATO SALAD FOR TWO

Steps:

• Place the potatoes in a microwave-safe bowl; add water. Cover and microwave on high for 4-5 minutes or until tender; drain and rinse in cold water., In a bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Add potatoes and gently toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until chilled.

CREAMY AVOCADO POTATO SALAD

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 10 minutes. Drain and let cool.
• Combine yogurt, mayonnaise, cilantro, onion, lime juice, and garlic in a large bowl. Fold in avocados. Toss in potatoes until coated. Season with salt and pepper.

CREAMY POTATO SALAD

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., Transfer potatoes to a large bowl. Add the chopped egg, celery, onion and green pepper. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, salt, pepper and dill. Pour over potato mixture; gently toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Garnish with egg, paprika and dill if desired.

CREAMY POTATO SALAD WITH HERBS

Steps:

• Place the potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with plenty of cold water. Bring to the boil over high heat and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside for 15 minutes to cool slightly. Cut into halves or quarters.
• Use a fork to whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, dill, parsley, garlic, mint, mustard and lemon juice in a large bowl until well combined. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
• Place the potatoes and green shallot in a large serving bowl. Spoon dressing over the potato mixture and gently toss until potatoes are well coated in dressing. Serve immediately.
• Notes.
• You can prepare this recipe to the end of step 2 up to 1 day ahead. Place in separate bowls, cover with plastic wrap and store in the fridge. Continue from step 3, 1 hour before serving the main.

CREAMY HAM AND POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Heat Potatoes, Sauce Mix and water to boiling in 4-quart Dutch oven over high heat, stirring occasionally.
• Reduce heat; simmer uncovered about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender.
• Remove from heat; stir in mayonnaise and mustard. Stir in ham and peas. Spoon into serving bowl; cover and refrigerate 3 to 4 hours or until chilled. Stir before serving.