Best 12 Marthas Potato Salad Recipes

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Martha's Potato Salad is a classic side dish that is perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to potlucks. With its creamy texture, tangy flavor, and colorful ingredients, this salad is sure to be a hit. The key to making the best Martha's Potato Salad is to use high-quality ingredients and to follow the recipe carefully. This article will provide you with everything you need to know to make the perfect Martha's Potato Salad, including a detailed recipe and tips for making the salad ahead of time. So gather your ingredients and get ready to make the best potato salad you've ever tasted!

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

ALL-AMERICAN POTATO SALAD



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Our recipe is a variation on classic American-style potato salad. Warm potatoes are sprinkled with vinegar, dressed in mayonnaise, and mixed with hard-boiled eggs, celery, cornichons, and scallions.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 pounds russet potatoes (about 8 potatoes)
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons salt
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
3 large eggs
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 stalks celery, cut into 1/4-inch dice (3/4 cup)
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/4-inch dice (1/2 cup)
1 medium onion, finely diced (1/2 cup)
10 cornichons, cut into 1/4-inch dice (1/4 cup)
3 scallions, thinly sliced (1/2 cup)
2 tablespoons freshly chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large pot with enough water to cover by several inches. Bring to a boil over high heat, add 1 tablespoon salt, and lower to a gentle boil. Cook until potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife, about 25 minutes. Drain into a colander. Using paper towels or gloves to protect your hands, peel potatoes, and cut into 1-inch dice while still hot. Drizzle with vinegar; set aside.
  • Place eggs in a small pan with enough water to cover by 1 inch, and place over medium-high heat. When water comes to a boil, turn off heat, cover, and let stand for 13 minutes. Drain, and place in a bowl with cold water to cover. When cold, peel eggs. Chop 2 into 1/4-inch dice. Slice the third egg into 1/4-inch-thick rounds, and set aside for garnish.
  • Combine diced eggs, mayonnaise, celery seed, mustard, 2 teaspoons salt, and black pepper in a large bowl, and whisk to combine. Add reserved potatoes to mayonnaise mixture. Add celery, red pepper, onion, cornichons, scallions, and chopped parsley. Stir to combine. Chill for 30 minutes before serving. Garnish with paprika and reserved hard-boiled egg rounds.

POTATO SALAD



Potato Salad image

Chopped scallions are sprinkled on a potato salad made with Yukon golds.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 medium Yukon gold potatoes
Coarse salt
1 1/4 cups mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
Freshly ground pepper
3 celery stalks, peeled and thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups finely chopped Vidalia onion
3 scallions, thinly sliced
6 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped

Steps:

  • Put potatoes in a large pot of salted water; bring to a boil. Cook until just tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain; let cool.
  • Stir together mayonnaise, lemon juice, mustard, and dill; season with salt and pepper. Peel potatoes; cut into 1-inch chunks. Fold into mayonnaise mixture. Fold in celery, onion, scallions, and eggs (reserving some scallions for garnish). Refrigerate, covered, until ready to serve.

MOM'S MASHED POTATO SALAD



Mom's Mashed Potato Salad image

Mashed potato salad that can be made with or without the chopped egg. This is the only kind of potato salad my dad will eat; try it and you'll see why.

Provided by MICKE

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Dairy-Free Potato Salad Recipes

Time 1h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 Yukon Gold potatoes
1 small sweet onion, diced
3 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
½ cup diced celery
¼ cup chopped sweet pickles
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup mayonnaise
⅓ cup sweet pickle juice
1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard

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 transfer potatoes to a large bowl.
  • Mash potatoes with a potato masher. Stir in onion, eggs, celery, pickles, salt, and black pepper. Mix mayonnaise, pickle juice, and mustard in a separate bowl; pour over potatoes and mix well. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.5 calories, Carbohydrate 19.7 g, Cholesterol 89.9 mg, Fat 24 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 222.2 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

MASHED POTATO SALAD



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My mother used to make this on Easter to go with our ham and she used to make it for our get togethers whenever we were having a lot of company. We also like it at room temperature. Just do not leave it out any longer then you would regular potato salad. Served warm, it goes great with ham or fried chicken.

Provided by Linda

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Red Potato Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 red potatoes
5 Yukon Gold potatoes
2 tablespoons butter
salt and pepper to taste
½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup prepared mustard
½ cup sour cream
1 stalk celery, finely chopped
1 red onion, finely diced
2 small sweet pickles, finely chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped

Steps:

  • Cube potatoes, if desired you may peel them. Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Cook over medium heat until potatoes are tender. Drain and place cooked potatoes in a large bowl.
  • Mash potatoes with butter and salt and pepper to taste. Once mashed stir in the mayonnaise, mustard and sour cream, mixing well. Stir in the celery, onion, pickles and green pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 456.7 calories, Carbohydrate 56.8 g, Cholesterol 25.6 mg, Fat 23.6 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 420 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

HELLMANN'S THE ORIGINAL POTATO SALAD



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A longtime favorite of my family. We don't have an outdoor summer gathering without this and Hellmann's Classic Pasta Salad. Can't go wrong with these delicious recipes. FYI: because of the mayo content, we put the bowl of salad into a slightly larger-sized bowl filled halfway with ice to keep the salads cold and fresh.

Provided by aHardDaysNight

Categories     Potato

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch chunks (5 to 6 medium)
1 cup Hellmann's mayonnaise
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup thinly sliced celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 hard-cooked eggs, chopped

Steps:

  • In 4-quart saucepot, cover potatoes with water; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Drain and cool slightly.
  • In large bowl, combine Hellmann's Mayonnaise, vinegar, salt, sugar and pepper. Add potatoes, celery, onion and eggs and toss gently.
  • Serve chilled or at room temperature.

AMISH POTATO SALAD



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This is like the potato salad I grew up with in Pennsylvania Dutch country. This has a sweet and sour dressing and is distinctively yellow.

Provided by melissa master cavell

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Creamy Potato Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 medium white potatoes with skin
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped carrots
1 teaspoon celery seed
4 hard-cooked eggs, peeled and chopped
2 eggs, beaten
¾ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
½ teaspoon salt
⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
½ cup milk
1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
3 tablespoons butter
1 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes into a large pot, and fill with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook for about 20 minutes, or until easily pierced with a fork. Drain, and set aside to cool.
  • While the potatoes are cooking, whisk together 2 eggs, sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a saucepan. Stir in the vinegar, milk, and mustard. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until thickened, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in the butter. Refrigerate until cool, then stir in the mayonnaise.
  • Peel the potatoes if desired, and cut into medium dice. Place in a large bowl, and toss with the onion, celery, carrots, celery seed and hard-cooked eggs. Gently fold in the dressing. Refrigerate until serving. I personally like this to sit for at least a day before serving to let the flavors blend, but you may serve it as soon as it is chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 496.6 calories, Carbohydrate 49 g, Cholesterol 162.6 mg, Fat 30.5 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 8.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 425.3 mg, Sugar 23.3 g

MARTHA'S FAVORITE POTATO SALAD



Martha's Favorite Potato Salad image

Martha steams rather than boils the potatoes, and she uses buttermilk to thin the mayo for her favorite potato salad.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Vegetables     Potato Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 pounds medium red-skinned potatoes
1 medium white onion, finely grated
1/2 cup distilled white vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
1 cup mayonnaise, preferably Hellman's
1 cup buttermilk
1/3 cup sliced cornichons
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley, for garnish (optional)
Hard-boiled eggs sliced, for garnish (optional)
Freshly ground white pepper

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with about 2 inches water and add a pinch of salt. Set steamer basket in pot; make sure water doesn't seep through holes. Bring to a boil, and then reduce to a rapid simmer.
  • Add potatoes to steamer basket. Cover and steam until tender when pierced with the tip of a paring knife, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove potatoes and allow to cool slightly. Peel potatoes, and slice into 1/4-inch-thick slices.
  • Combine onion, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add potatoes and use a large rubber spatula to gently combine, trying not to break up potato slices. Let stand for 10 minutes. Add mayonnaise, buttermilk, and cornichons. Add mixture to another bowl and repeat process of transferring potato mixture from one bowl to another to mix gently until well combined and creamy. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours; the mixture will thicken as it stands. Garnish with parsley and/or sliced hard-boiled eggs, if desired. Season with salt and white pepper.

CAULIFLOWER "POTATO" SALAD



Cauliflower

Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Kosher salt
1 large head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets (6 to 8 cups)
A heaping 1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup chopped dill pickles
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
3 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 shallot, diced

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cauliflower florets to the boiling water and cook until tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain well and cool to room temperature.
  • Add the mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper to a large mixing bowl and whisk to combine. Then add the cooled cauliflower, pickles, dill, eggs, celery and shallot. Mix until thoroughly combined. Serve at room temperature or cover and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

MARTHA'S POTATO SALAD



Martha's Potato Salad image

Provided by Mimi Smith

Categories     Salad     Potato     Side     Picnic     Vegetarian     Backyard BBQ     Radish     Summer     Family Reunion     Chill     Potluck     Gourmet     Minnesota     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 8 to 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 medium-large boiling potatoes (about 3 1/4 pounds)
1 cucumber
3 celery ribs
1 green bell pepper
1 small bunch radishes (about 8)
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons yellow (ballpark) mustard

Steps:

  • In a 5-quart kettle cover potatoes with salted cold water by 2 inches and simmer until just tender, 30 to 35 minutes. Drain potatoes in a colander and cool completely. Peel potatoes and cut into 3/4-inch pieces. Transfer potatoes to a large bowl.
  • Peel and seed cucumber and cut cucumber, celery, and bell pepper into 1/4-inch dice. Thinly slice radishes and add with diced vegetables to potatoes, tossing gently. In a small bowl whisk together mayonnaise and mustard and drizzle over salad. Gently toss salad until combined well and season with salt and pepper. Salad may be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered. Serve salad chilled or at cool room temperature.

MARTHA STEWART'S POTATO SALAD



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Tart little pickles called cornichons, from the French word for gherkins, flavor this updated version of an old-fashioned favorite. The dressing can be made up to two days ahead and stored, refrigerated, in an airtight container.

Provided by talbotc

Categories     Potato

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 lbs potatoes (small, red and white (12 to 15 of each))
to taste salt
1/2 cup dry vermouth
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1 1/2 cups creme fraiche or 1 1/2 cups sour cream
1 teaspoon celery seed
to taste pepper, Freshly ground
6 ounces cornichons, drained and thinly sliced or finely chopped (about 3/4 cup)
2 bunches scallions, cut into 1/4-inch slices on the bias
1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, loosely packed, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large stockpot; fill with enough cold water to cover by 3 inches.
  • Add salt; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, and let simmer until potatoes are just tender when poked with a fork, 40 to 45 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, drain, and sprinkle with vermouth.
  • Let stand until cool.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the vinegar, sugar, creme fraiche, and celery seeds.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Cut potatoes into bite-size pieces, and transfer to a serving bowl.
  • Pour dressing over the potatoes.
  • Add chopped cornichons, scallions, and parsley; toss to combine. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, and serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.1, Fat 11.3, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 40.8, Sodium 198.6, Carbohydrate 31.3, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 3.2, Protein 4.4

MARTHA'S "ALL-AMERICAN POTATO SALAD"



Martha's

Recipe came from Martha Stewart Living's 4th of July menu. "Cooking time depends on the size of the potatoes. You'll Know they are done when a paring knife is easily inserted into the center of one.

Provided by ashleebb

Categories     Potato

Time 1h8m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 lbs russet potatoes (about 8 potatoes)
1 tablespoon salt
2 teaspoons salt
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
3 large eggs
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
3 stalks celery, cut into 1/4 inch dice (3/4 cup)
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/4 inch dice (1/2 cup)
1 medium onion, finely diced (1/2 cup)
10 cornichons, cut into 1/4 inch dice (1/4 cup)
3 scallions, thinly sliced (1/2 cup)
2 tablespoons freshly chopped flat leaf parsley
1 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large pot with enough water to cover by several inches. Bring to a boil over high heat, add 1 tablespoon salt, and lower to a gentle boil. Cook until potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife, about 25 minutes
  • Drain into a colander.
  • Using paper towels or gloves to protect your hands, peel potatoes, and cut into 1-inch dice while still hot.
  • Drizzle with vinegar; set aside.
  • Place eggs in a small pan with enough water to cover by 1 inch, and place over medium-high heat When water comes to a boil, turn off heat, cover and let stand for 13 minutes.
  • Drain, and place in a bowl with cold water to cover. When cold, peel eggs.
  • Chop 2 into 1/4 inch dice. Slice the third egg into 1/4 inch thick rounds, and set aside for garnish.
  • Combine diced eggs, mayonnaise celery seed, mustard, 2 teaspoons salt, and black pepper in a large bowl, and whisk to combine.
  • Add reserved potatoes to mayonnaise mixture.
  • Add celery, red pepper, onion, cornichons, scallions, and chopped parsley. Stir to combine.
  • Chill for 30 minutes before serving.
  • Garnish with paprika and reserved hard-boiled egg rounds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241.2, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 67.3, Sodium 2096.1, Carbohydrate 39.8, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 4.5, Protein 6.5

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).

Tips:

  • Use a variety of potatoes: To create a more flavorful and interesting potato salad, use a variety of potatoes, such as red potatoes, Yukon Gold potatoes, and fingerling potatoes.
  • Cook the potatoes properly: To ensure that the potatoes are cooked evenly and have a tender texture, boil them in salted water until they are fork-tender.
  • Allow the potatoes to cool completely: Before adding the dressing, allow the potatoes to cool completely. This will help to prevent the dressing from becoming watery.
  • Use a flavorful dressing: The dressing is what really makes a potato salad special. Use a dressing that is flavorful and complements the potatoes well. Some popular options include mayonnaise-based dressings, vinegar-based dressings, and oil-based dressings.
  • Add some mix-ins: To add some extra flavor and texture to your potato salad, consider adding some mix-ins, such as chopped celery, chopped onion, chopped hard-boiled eggs, or crumbled bacon.
  • Chill the potato salad before serving: Chilling the potato salad before serving will help to enhance the flavors and make it more refreshing.

Conclusion:

Potato salad is a classic summer dish that can be enjoyed at picnics, potlucks, and barbecues. With so many different variations to choose from, there is sure to be a potato salad recipe that everyone will love. Whether you prefer a simple potato salad with a mayonnaise-based dressing or a more elaborate potato salad with a variety of mix-ins, you are sure to find a recipe that suits your taste. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make summer dish, give one of these potato salad recipes a try.

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