Best 12 Grams Potato Salad Recipes

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Potato salad, a classic dish enjoyed by many, finds its roots in Germany, with its origins dating back to the 18th century. Over time, this humble dish has made its way across continents and cultures, evolving into a versatile side dish with countless variations. Whether you prefer a creamy mayonnaise-based salad or a tangy vinegar-based one, there's a recipe to suit every palate. In this article, we'll delve into the world of potato salad, exploring different recipes that cater to a range of tastes and preferences. From traditional German potato salad to unique twists on the classic, we'll provide you with the inspiration and guidance you need to create a delicious and memorable potato salad that will be the star of your next gathering.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

GRANDMA'S POTATO SALAD



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Our Fourth of July feast wouldn't be complete without this chilled old-fashioned potato salad. It's my grandma's treasured recipe. —Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

6 pounds medium red potatoes
Water
DRESSING:
1 cup water
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup white vinegar
2 large eggs
1/2 cup sugar
4-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
3/4 cup Miracle Whip
SALAD:
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 green onions, sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced
Paprika

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a stockpot and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook until tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain. When cool enough to handle, peel and slice potatoes; cool completely., For the dressing, in the top of a double boiler or metal bowl over barely simmering water, heat 1 cup water, butter and vinegar until butter is melted. In a small bowl, beat eggs; add sugar and cornstarch. Add to butter mixture; cook and stir until thickened, 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl; cool completely. , In a small bowl, beat cream until stiff peaks form. Stir Miracle Whip into cooled dressing mixture; fold in whipped cream. Stir in onion, green onions, salt and pepper. Add potatoes; toss lightly to combine. Refrigerate, covered, until chilled., To serve, top with hard-boiled eggs; sprinkle with paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 202mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

GRANDMA'S CREAMY POTATO SALAD



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This potato salad is just like Grandma's.

Provided by Frank David

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Red Potato Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ pounds red potatoes, peeled
1 ½ cups mayonnaise
1 cup chopped celery
½ cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
4 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
1 teaspoon paprika, or to taste

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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 538.1 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Cholesterol 162.2 mg, Fat 47.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 794.6 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

GARDEN POTATO SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 lemon
5 or 6 sprigs fresh parsley, plus 2 tablespoons chopped leaves
2 or 3 sprigs fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
3 cloves garlic, smashed
2 pounds small red-skinned potatoes, cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds
Kosher salt
4 medium carrots, cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds
3/4 cup fat-free plain yogurt
1/4 cup low-fat mayonnaise
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon whole-grain or dijon mustard
3 scallions, minced, whites and greens separated
3 scallions, minced, whites and greens separated
Freshly ground pepper
2 stalks celery, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
1 small Kirby cucumber, cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds

Steps:

  • Peel a 2-inch-long strip of zest from the lemon; tie into a bundle with the parsley and thyme sprigs and bay leaf using kitchen twine. Put in a saucepan with the garlic, potatoes, 2 tablespoons salt and 8 cups water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook about 10 minutes. Add the carrots and cook until the potatoes are tender and the carrots are crisp-tender, about 5 more minutes. Reserve 1/4 cup of the cooking water, then drain the vegetables and discard the herb bundle. Let cool. Meanwhile, finely grate 2 teaspoons lemon zest and squeeze 3 tablespoons juice into a large bowl. Whisk in the yogurt, mayonnaise, mustard, scallion whites, chopped parsley, reserved cooking water, 1 teaspoon salt and 3/4 teaspoon pepper. Add the potatoes, carrots, celery and cucumber to the dressing and toss. Chill about 4 hours. Top with the scallion greens.
  • Photograph by Andrew Mccaul

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175, Fat 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 4 milligrams, Sodium 712 milligrams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 6 grams

POTATO SALAD



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The secret to Ina Garden's zesty Potato Salad recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network? Buttermilk and two mustards: Dijon and whole grain.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 pounds small white potatoes
Kosher salt
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
1/2 cup chopped fresh dill
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped red onion

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes and 2 tablespoons of salt in a large pot of water. Bring the water to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, until the potatoes are barely tender when pierced with a knife. Drain the potatoes in a colander, then place the colander with the potatoes over the empty pot and cover with a clean, dry kitchen towel. Allow the potatoes to steam for 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, buttermilk, Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, dill, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of pepper. Set aside.
  • When the potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut them in quarters or in half, depending on their size. Place the cut potatoes in a large bowl. While the potatoes are still warm, pour enough dressing over them to moisten. Add the celery and red onion, 2 teaspoons of salt and 1 teaspoon of pepper. Toss well, cover, and refrigerate for a few hours to allow the flavors to blend. Serve cold or at room temperature.

GRANDMA JEAN'S POTATO SALAD



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Time 3h5m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 large red potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 ribs celery, chopped
1/2 large onion, chopped
3 hard-boiled eggs, 2 chopped and 1 sliced
2 heaping tablespoons sweet pickle relish, drained
1/2 cup salad dressing, (recommended: Miracle Whip)
3 tablespoons yellow mustard
1 tablespoon sugar
Paprika, for garnish
Salt

Steps:

  • Boil cubed potatoes until they are tender. Drain and cool. In a large bowl add celery, onion, 2 eggs and pickled relish. Add the salad dressing, yellow mustard and sugar. Stir well. Place the sliced egg on top of potatoes and sprinkle with paprika and salt. Let the potato salad chill in the refrigerator for 2 1/2 hours or overnight.

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

RESTAURANT-STYLE POTATO SALAD



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This is a traditional and easy to make potato salad.

Provided by Jill D

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Dairy-Free Potato Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds russet potatoes
1 cup mayonnaise
4 teaspoons sweet pickle relish
4 teaspoons white sugar
2 teaspoons chopped white onion
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon minced celery
1 teaspoon minced pimento
½ teaspoon shredded carrot
¼ teaspoon dried parsley
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
salt to taste

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 and chop.
  • In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, sugar, onion, mustard, vinegar, celery, pimentos, carrot, parsley, pepper and salt. Mix well, chill and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 calories, Carbohydrate 23.9 g, Cholesterol 10.4 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 199.6 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

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.

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

GRANDMA'S CLASSIC POTATO SALAD



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When I asked my grandmother how old this classic potato salad recipe is, she told me that her mom used to make it when she was a little girl. It has definitely stood the test of time. -Kimberly Wallace, Dennison, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup water
2 large eggs, beaten
1/4 cup white vinegar
4 hard-boiled large eggs
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
Sliced green onions, optional

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook until tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain and cool to room temperature., Meanwhile, in a small heavy saucepan, combine flour, sugar, salt, mustard and pepper. Gradually stir in water until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer., Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot mixture into eggs; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat and cool completely. Gently stir in vinegar., Chop and set aside 1 hard-boiled egg; chop the remaining hard-boiled eggs. In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, celery, onion and eggs; add dressing and stir until blended. Refrigerate until chilled. Garnish with reserved chopped egg and, if desired, sliced green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 402mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRAMMY'S GERMAN POTATO SALAD



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This is a different potato salad for those who don't want a mayonnaise-based recipe. My family has enjoyed this for many years, and it is easy to adapt by adding more spices that suit your family.

Provided by KFREESE

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 white potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes
1 large onion, chopped
2 teaspoons white sugar
½ teaspoon dry mustard
½ teaspoon salt
¼ cup cider vinegar, divided
1 pinch ground black pepper
¼ cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until just tender, about 15 minutes; drain.
  • Put potatoes into a large bowl; add onion and stir.
  • Mix sugar, mustard, and salt together in a bowl. Stir just enough vinegar into the sugar mixture to form a paste; season with black pepper.
  • Whisk remaining vinegar and vegetable oil together in a separate bowl until smooth; stream into bowl with the paste, whisking continually to incorporate. Pour the dressing over the potato and onion mixture.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let salad cool slightly, 5 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.9 calories, Carbohydrate 64.3 g, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 8.1 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 254.9 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

GRAM'S POTATO SALAD



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After 26 years of eating this potato salad, I finally broke my gram down enough for her to give me the recipe!! :D This is the best and ONLY potato salad that I will eat. It's definitely one that needs to be made ahead so that the flavors can combine. Enjoy!!

Provided by coffy_bean

Categories     Potato

Time 21m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 lbs potatoes, cubed i prefer them peeled but you can leave the skins if you like the flavor
2 hard-boiled eggs, diced
2 stalks celery, chopped
1/2 small onion, chopped
1 cup mayonnaise (I was given explicit instructions to use only Hellmann's)
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Boil potatoes until tender, drain and allow to cool for about 5 minutes.
  • In a large bowl fold potatoes with veggies, eggs, seasonings.
  • Gently mix in mayo until everything is well dressed, this may take the whole cup sometimes not.
  • Keep chilled until served.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.2, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 40.3, Sodium 163.1, Carbohydrate 25.1, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 2.5, Protein 3.6

Tips:

  • For a classic potato salad, use waxy potatoes such as Yukon Gold or Red Bliss, as they hold their shape well when cooked.
  • To make sure your potatoes are cooked evenly, cut them into uniform pieces before boiling.
  • Do not overcook the potatoes, as they will become mushy.
  • Drain the potatoes well after boiling to prevent the salad from becoming watery.
  • While the potatoes are still warm, add the dressing and other ingredients so that the flavors can meld together.
  • For a creamy potato salad, use mayonnaise or sour cream as the base of your dressing.
  • For a tangy potato salad, use vinegar or lemon juice in the dressing.
  • Add some chopped hard-boiled eggs, celery, or onion for extra flavor and texture.
  • Season the potato salad to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Chill the potato salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to develop.

Conclusion:

Potato salad is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish, main course, or even a snack. With so many different recipes to choose from, there's sure to be a potato salad that everyone will love. Whether you prefer a classic potato salad, a creamy potato salad, or a tangy potato salad, there's a recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy dish to make, give potato salad a try.

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