Best 7 Favorite Potato Salad Recipes

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Are you tired of bland and boring potato salads that lack flavor and personality? It's time to level up your potato salad game and create a dish that will wow your taste buds and leave your guests craving more. In this article, we'll take you on a culinary adventure, exploring the world of potato salads and uncovering the secrets of crafting the perfect favorite potato salad. Get ready to embark on a journey where flavor, texture, and creativity collide, resulting in a potato salad that will become a staple in your recipe repertoire.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

TEST KITCHEN'S FAVORITE POTATO SALAD



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Using vinegar and mustard in addition to the usual mayonnaise is the secret to a perfectly balanced potato salad. To save time, chop the celery, scallions, and cornichons for the dressing while the spuds cool.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 pounds russet potatoes (about 6 medium)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons distilled white vinegar, divided
3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
1 cup finely chopped celery (from 3 stalks)
1/2 cup sliced cornichons (from about 20)
1/3 cup finely chopped scallions (from 3)

Steps:

  • Peel potatoes. Slice lengthwise into 1-inch-thick planks. Lay flat and slice again into 1-inch-thick strips. Stack strips together and cut crosswise into even cubes.
  • In a large pot, cover potatoes with at least 2 inches of water and season generously with salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-high and continue boiling until potatoes are tender and easily pierced with the tip of a knife, 8 to 9 minutes. Drain and transfer to a bowl. Toss with 2 tablespoons vinegar; season with salt and pepper. Let cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, remaining 1 tablespoon vinegar. Stir in celery, cornichons, and scallions. Gently fold mayonnaise mixture into cooked potatoes; season with salt and pepper. Serve, or refrigerate in an airtight container up to 1 day (bring to room temperature before serving, about 30 minutes).

GRANDMA'S FAVORITE POTATO SALAD



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I've never found a better potato salad recipe than this one handed down from my grandma. Like many grandmothers, mine cooked with a dash of this and a dash of that, so I estimated the measurements on this recipe. Feel free to change them according to taste, just like Grandma did! -Susan Plocher, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 to 7 medium red potatoes (about 2 pounds)
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions
2 to 3 dill pickle spears, chopped
4-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Dash onion salt
Dash garlic powder
4 hard-boiled large eggs, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil over high heat. Cook for 20-30 minutes or until tender; drain and cool slightly. Slice potatoes into a large bowl. , In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, yogurt, onions, pickles, mustard, horseradish, garlic and seasonings. Pour over potatoes and toss to coat. Gently stir in eggs. Cover and refrigerate for 2-3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Fat 23g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 125mg cholesterol, Sodium 477mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

TEST KITCHEN'S FAVORITE GERMAN POTATO SALAD



Test Kitchen's Favorite German Potato Salad image

Best served warm, this tangy German-style potato salad teams smoky bacon with earthy caraway seeds.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 pounds scrubbed, unpeeled Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons melted butter
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons apple-cider vinegar
1 cup crumbled cooked bacon (from 8 ounces)
2 thinly sliced shallots
1 teaspoon toasted caraway seeds

Steps:

  • In a large pot, cover potatoes with at least 2 inches of water and season generously with salt. Boil until fork-tender, about 6 minutes. Drain and transfer to a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Let cool slightly.
  • Whisk together butter, oil, and vinegar and toss with warm potatoes. Stir in bacon, shallots, and caraway seeds. Adjust seasoning as desired; serve warm.

EMERIL'S FAVORITE POTATO SALAD



Emeril's Favorite Potato Salad image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 3h57m

Yield 2 quarts of potato salad, or about 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

14 small boiling potatoes, such as red bliss, about 2 1/2 pounds, scrubbed well
6 slices crisp cooked bacon, crumbled
6 hard-boiled eggs, roughly chopped
1/3 cup finely chopped red onion
1/3 cup finely chopped celery
1 cup ranch dressing
2 tablespoons chopped parsley leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a medium saucepan and add enough water to cover by 1-inch. Bring to a boil over high heat and cook until the potatoes are just tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. Drain, cool, then cut the potatoes into halves.
  • In a large mixing bowl combine potatoes with all remaining ingredients and gently toss to combine. Refrigerate the salad several hours before serving to allow flavors to blend.

FAVORITE POTATO SALAD



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Every home cook should have one go-to classic potato salad recipe on hand. It's the perfect dish to bring to summer picnics, serve at grillouts and take along to potluck suppers. And don't just limit this simple potato salad to warm-weather months-potato salad is great all year round.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 4h50m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 medium boiling potatoes (2 pounds)
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 celery stalks, chopped (1 cup)
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
4 hard cooked eggs, chopped

Steps:

  • Scrub potatoes. Leaves skins on if desired, or peel thinly and remove eyes.
  • Heat 1 inch water (salted if desired) to boiling; add potatoes. Cover and heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cook 30 to 35 minutes or until potatoes are tender; drain. Cool slightly; cut into cubes (about 6 cups).
  • Mix mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper in 4-quart glass or plastic bowl. Add potatoes, celery and onion; toss. Stir in eggs. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 6, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 480 mg

OLD KENTUCKY FAVORITE POTATO SALAD



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My mom's recipe. I've made it for years. Have tried a few others, but always come back to this one. The cooking time is for the potatoes.

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 large potatoes (cooked,peeled and diced)
5 hardboiled egg, dice 4 of them
1 cup diced celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 tablespoons sweet relish
1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon celery seed
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
paprika

Steps:

  • In large bowl, mix potatoes and the 4 diced eggs.
  • Add celery, onion,and relish.
  • In small bowl mix mayo, sugar, vinegar, milk, celery seed and garlic salt.
  • Slice remaining egg over potato salad and sprinkle with paprika.

EMERIL'S FAVORITE POTATO SALAD



EMERIL'S FAVORITE POTATO SALAD image

Categories     Salad     Potato     Side

Yield 8 people

Number Of Ingredients 9

14 small boiling potatoes, such as red bliss, about 2 1/2 pounds, scrubbed well
6 slices crisp cooked bacon, crumbled
6 hard-boiled eggs, roughly chopped
1/3 cup finely chopped red onion
1/3 cup finely chopped celery
1 cup ranch dressing
2 tablespoons chopped parsley leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a medium saucepan and add enough water to cover by 1-inch. Bring to a boil over high heat and cook until the potatoes are just tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. Drain, cool, then cut the potatoes into halves. In a large mixing bowl combine potatoes with all remaining ingredients and gently toss to combine. Refrigerate the salad several hours before serving to allow flavors to blend.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of potatoes. Different types of potatoes have different textures and flavors, so using a mix can create a more interesting salad. Try using a combination of waxy potatoes, such as red potatoes or fingerling potatoes, and starchy potatoes, such as Russet potatoes or Yukon Gold potatoes.
  • Boil the potatoes until they are just tender. Overcooked potatoes will become mushy and fall apart in the salad. To test if the potatoes are done, insert a fork or knife into the center of the potato. If it goes in easily, the potato is done.
  • Let the potatoes cool completely before adding the other ingredients. This will help to prevent the salad from becoming watery.
  • Use a light hand when dressing the salad. Too much dressing can make the salad greasy and heavy. Start with a small amount of dressing and add more to taste.
  • Add some fresh herbs or vegetables to the salad for extra flavor. Some good options include chopped celery, onion, dill, parsley, or chives.
  • Serve the salad immediately, or chill it for later. Potato salad can be served warm or cold, so it's a great dish to make ahead of time.

Conclusion:

Potato salad is a classic summer side dish that is always a hit at picnics, potlucks, and barbecues. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a potato salad recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy side dish, give one of these potato salad recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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