Best 6 Moms Danish Potato Salad Recipes

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Danish potato salad, a culinary treasure with a rich history, is a delectable dish often associated with family gatherings and festive occasions. Its origins can be traced back to the kitchens of Danish immigrants who brought their culinary traditions to America. Over time, this beloved salad has undergone a transformation, influenced by local ingredients and tastes, resulting in a variety of versions that are cherished by families across the country. Our article delves into the fascinating world of Danish potato salad, providing a guide to help you create the perfect dish that will satisfy your taste buds and evoke memories of home-cooked meals.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

DANISH POTATO SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Mustard     Potato     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Summer     Vegan     Chive     Parsley     Capers     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 pounds medium Yukon Gold potatoes (each about 3 inches in diameter)
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh chives or green onion tops
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons drained capers
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon caper liquid from jar
1 teaspoon coarse-grained Dijon mustard
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Cook potatoes in large pot of boiling salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain potatoes; cool 30 minutes. Peel potatoes, if desired; cut into 1/3-inch-thick slices. Place potatoes in large bowl. Add chives, parsley, and capers. Combine vinegar, caper liquid, and mustard in small bowl. Whisk in oil. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. Pour dressing over potatoes; toss gently. Season salad with salt and pepper. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.)

MOM'S DANISH POTATO SALAD



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A easy-to-make inexpensive potato salad. The homemade dressing for this is really good and I feel what makes it so good, and works equally well with macaroni salad. This is my mom's recipe, and her mom made it before her. I use about 6 hard-boiled eggs because I like my potato salad with more eggs. The prep and cook time is only a estimate, as I've never timed how long it takes to make this. If you use mayo instead of Miracle Whip I'd suggest starting with only 1 T. sugar and adding more to taste as mayo is sweeter than Miracle Whip. And of course please feel free to adapt this recipe ingredient-wise to your familie's preferences.

Provided by Teresa M

Categories     Potato

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup vinegar
1/4 cup water
6 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 dash pepper
1 teaspoon mustard
2 eggs, well beaten
1 cup salad dressing (I use Miracle Whip, but you can you mayo or anything you like)
4 -5 cups potatoes, cooked and cubed
3 hard-boiled eggs
1/4 cup celery, diced
2 tablespoons onions, diced
1/4 cup sweet pickle relish

Steps:

  • Combine first 6 ingredients and bring to a boil.
  • Gradually beat in well-beaten eggs.
  • Cook, stirring constantly until slightly thickened.
  • Remove from heat and add salad dressing.
  • Mix well and pour over potato, egg, celery, onion and relish.
  • Add more salt and pepper if desired.
  • Refrigerate until well-chilled and enjoy.

MOM'S DILL POTATO SALAD



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This is a great alternative to the familiar yellow potato salad. The dried dill weed is much more potent than fresh and alleviates some of the blandness of similar recipes.

Provided by Tsubaki

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Red Potato Salad Recipes

Time 2h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 pounds new red potatoes
1 cup mayonnaise
¾ cup sour cream
2 tablespoons dried dill weed
4 green onions, chopped
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then turn heat to medium-low, cover, and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes. Drain, cool in an ice water bath until cold, about 5 minutes. Leaving skins on, cut into bite-size pieces, and place in a large mixing bowl.
  • Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, dill weed, and green onions in a bowl and stir until blended. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Pour mayo mixture over potatoes and toss to coat evenly. Adjust seasoning if necessary. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours, or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.8 calories, Carbohydrate 19.9 g, Cholesterol 13.3 mg, Fat 17.8 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 133.4 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

MOM'S RUSSIAN POTATO SALAD



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This Russian potato salad (or vinaigrette) is perfect as a side dish for a festive meal.

Provided by Jane Garrison

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     No Mayo

Time 2h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 small beets
2 potatoes
1 carrot, peeled
¼ cup chopped onion
1 dill pickle, chopped
½ cup sauerkraut, drained
3 tablespoons olive oil
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Place the beets, potatoes, and carrot into a saucepan, fill with water, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Remove vegetables and allow to cool; peel the beets and potatoes. Dice the beets, potatoes, and carrot, and place into a salad bowl. Stir in onion, pickle, sauerkraut, olive oil, and salt. Chill the salad for 2 to 3 hours; serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Carbohydrate 8 g, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 261.9 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

MOM'S EASY POTATO SALAD RECIPE



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Everyone loves a good potato salad on a hot summer day! If you haven't made it for awhile, this is a new recipe you NEED to try!

Provided by Kristen Hills

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 potatoes (cooked)
8 eggs (hard boiled)
¾ cup dill or sweet pickles (diced)
2 celery stalks (diced)
1 cup mayonnaise ((you could also use Miracle Whip))
3 Tablespoons yellow mustard
1 Tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon white vinegar
salt and pepper (to taste)
Salad Supreme Seasoning (optional to sprinkle on top)

Steps:

  • Bring two pots of water to a boil. In one pot boil your potatoes for about 30-40 minutes, or until fork can easily pierce through the potato, but not too soft that they just fall apart. Drain water off of potatoes and let them cool (I usually put the potatoes in the fridge to cool).
  • Once your potatoes are cool, peel and dice. Place diced potatoes, diced celery, and pickles in a large bowl. Dice the eggs and add it to the bowl (sometimes I will set aside 1 egg and slice it to put on top of the potato salad for presentation - totally not necessary, it's just what my mom always did).
  • In a separate small bowl, mix your mayonnaise, mustard, sugar, vinegar all together. Pour your sauce over the potato mixture in the big bowl and gently fold together. Add salt and pepper to taste. If it is dry, you can add more mayo to get it the texture you like. Top with Salad Supreme seasoning. As mentioned before, you can also save 1 hard boiled egg to slice and add it to the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305 kcal, Carbohydrate 42 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 168 mg, Sodium 466 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

DANISH POTATO SALAD



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Make and share this Danish Potato Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by PanNan

Categories     Potato

Time 50m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 lbs medium potatoes (about 9 potatoes)
12 ounces green beans
1/2 cup mayonnaise or 1/2 cup salad dressing
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon dijon-style mustard
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
milk (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cover potatoes with water.
  • Bring to boiling; reduce heat.
  • Cover and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes or just until tender.
  • Drain well; cool slightly.
  • Peel and cube potatoes.
  • Meanwhile, cut fresh green beans into 1-inch pieces.
  • In a covered medium saucepan, cook beans in a small amount of boiling water for 12 to 15 minutes or until crisp-tender.
  • Drain.
  • Cool.
  • For dressing, in a large bowl, combine mayonnaise or salad dressing, sour cream, the 2 tablespoons milk, the curry powder, mustard, salt, and pepper.
  • Gently stir in the potatoes and green beans.
  • Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or up to 24 hours.
  • If necessary, stir in a little additional milk before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140.4, Fat 2.6, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 6.4, Sodium 195.4, Carbohydrate 26.8, Fiber 4, Sugar 2.6, Protein 3.7

Tips:

  • For a more authentic Danish experience, use a mandoline to slice the potatoes thinly and evenly.
  • If you don't have a mandoline, you can use a sharp knife to slice the potatoes as thinly as possible.
  • Be sure to rinse the potatoes thoroughly after slicing to remove any excess starch.
  • You can use any type of vinegar you like in this recipe, but white vinegar or apple cider vinegar are traditional.
  • If you don't have any fresh parsley, you can use dried parsley flakes instead.
  • Serve the potato salad immediately, or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

This Mom's Danish Potato Salad is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a traditional Danish recipe that has been passed down for generations. The combination of potatoes, bacon, onions, and vinegar creates a flavorful and tangy salad that is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you are looking for a simple and delicious side dish, give this Mom's Danish Potato Salad a try.

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