Potato salad, a classic side dish, is a versatile dish that can be served at a variety of gatherings. With its creamy dressing and tender potatoes, it's sure to be enjoyed by all. However, the key to a great potato salad is finding the best recipe for the dressing. There are many different recipes out there, each with its own unique flavor and texture. Some dressings are thick and creamy, while others are light and tangy. Some dressings are made with mayonnaise, while others are made with sour cream or yogurt. Whatever your preference, there's sure to be a recipe out there that's perfect for you.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
POTATO SALAD
Our favorite Potato Salad with Yukon gold potatoes, celery, pickles, hard-boiled eggs, sweet onion, and the best creamy dressing with fresh chives.
Provided by Chelsea Lords
Categories Salad
Time 2h5m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- COOK POTATOES: Wash potatoes (no need to chop yet!). Add potatoes to a large pot, cover with 1 and 1/2 inches of cold water, and bring to a boil. Once boiling, salt the water (add 1 teaspoon salt for every 4 cups of water.) Then reduce the heat to medium-low so potatoes are simmering (potatoes will cook at the same speed). Simmer for 12-17 minutes or until easily pierced with a fork (about 13-14 minutes for me).
- FINISHING POTATOES: Meanwhile, set up an ice bath. Add cold water to a large bowl filled with ice. Drain the potatoes and immediately add them to the ice bath. Once cooled, drain thoroughly and transfer to a cutting board. Chop the potatoes into bite-sized (1-inch) chunks and add to a large bowl. Drizzle 1/2 tablespoon of the apple cider vinegar over potatoes and add a pinch of salt. Toss and set aside.
- DRESSING: In a medium-sized bowl, add the remaining 1/2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, mayo, sour cream, pickle relish, yellow mustard, celery seed, paprika, salt, and pepper to taste (I add 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper). Whisk until smooth and combined.
- ASSEMBLY: Coarsely chop the hard-boiled eggs (See Note 2), finely chop the celery, the pickles, and the sweet onion. Add to the large bowl with the potatoes. Pour the dressing over everything and gently stir to combine. Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour and up to 8 hours before eating. Garnish with fresh chives or parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 393 kcal, Carbohydrate 38 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 24 g, Sodium 446 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 10 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0.05 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, UnsaturatedFat 18 g, ServingSize 1 serving
QUICK AND EASY POTATO SALAD WITH MAYONNAISE DRESSING
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Peel and cut the potatoes into small cubes. Cook the potatoes in boiling well-salted water , until just tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain well.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked potatoes, bell pepper, and onion.
- In a separate medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, onion salt, celery seed, and black pepper.
- Add the mayonnaise mixture to the vegetables. Fold to combine. Cover, and refrigerate until cold, or up to overnight if time permits.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 358 kcal, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 12 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 680 mg, Sugar 3 g, Fat 21 g, ServingSize 6 to 8 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
CONTEST-WINNING OLD-FASHIONED POTATO SALAD
We live at the edge of Pennsylvania Dutch Country, where there are lots of small farms. Country markets are plentiful here, so potatoes are a staple.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Cook for 20-25 minutes or until tender; drain. Place in a large bowl; add eggs, celery and onions. , In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over potato mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts :
CREAMY POTATO SALAD
There's no way around it; the best part of picnics is the potato salad. Pair our creamy potato salad recipe with barbeque, anything from the grill or even as a potluck entrée! For any warm-weather get-togethers, this potato salad recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Consider jazzing up your potato salad dressing and adding some bacon, diced ham, pepperoni or salami to your side. We love sprinkling fresh herbs before serving for a little extra color and taste. Win-win!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 4h55m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place potatoes in 3-quart saucepan; add enough water to cover potatoes. Cover and heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Cook covered 25 to 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender; drain. Let stand until cool enough to handle. Cut potatoes into cubes.
- Mix mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper in large glass or plastic bowl.
- Add potatoes, celery and onion; toss. Stir in eggs. Sprinkle with paprika. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours to blend flavors and chill. Store covered in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 480 mg
COOKED SALAD DRESSING
This was my mother's recipe used for potato salad, green salads and even pasta salad. For some tasty variations, you may add up to 2 teaspoons of Dijon mustard, honey or garlic to the basic recipe.-Doreen Martin, Kitimat, British Columbia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 1-1/4 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, flour, mustard and salt. Stir in egg until smooth. Gradually add vinegar and water. Cook and stir over medium heat for 3 minutes or until mixture reaches at least 160° and coats the back of a metal spoon. , Remove from the heat; stir in butter. Let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in mayonnaise until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until chilled. Serve with salad greens.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 188mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
POTATO SALAD WITH COOKED DRESSING
Make and share this Potato Salad with Cooked Dressing recipe from Food.com.
Provided by I Dunno
Categories Potato
Yield 1 batch
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix together and let come to a boil.
- Cook until thick.
- Add 1/2 cup cream or you can use 1/2 cup mayonnaise. Pour dressing over potato mixture.
DRESSING FOR POTATO SALAD
I have been making this dressing for over 40 years. Everyone that tastes it want a copy of the recipe.
Provided by Login
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Sour Cream Dressing Recipes
Time 5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix together the mayonnaise, sour cream, mustard, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, onion and salt and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to toss with potatoes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2.7 g, Cholesterol 11.5 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 117.4 mg, Sugar 1.1 g
POTATO SALAD WITH BUTTERMILK DRESSING
Categories Salad Milk/Cream Dairy Leafy Green Potato Vegetable Side Picnic Backyard BBQ Mayonnaise Celery Arugula Carrot Summer Bon Appétit Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Whisk first 6 ingredients in medium bowl until blended. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set dressing aside.
- Cook potatoes in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 5 minutes. Using 4- to 5-inch-diameter strainer, transfer potatoes to colander; rinse under cold water to cool. Drain. Transfer to large bowl. Return water in pot to boil. Cook carrots in same pot of boiling water until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Add celery and cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Rinse carrots and celery under cold water to cool. Drain well. Mix into potatoes. Add enough dressing to vegetables to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
- Arrange arugula around edge of platter; mound potato salad in center. Sprinkle with chives.
POTATO SALAD DRESSING II
This adds zip to your spud salad. A nice change from the usual mayonnaise dressing. Makes enough for 4 pounds of potatoes.
Provided by ANTLALA
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a saucepan, combine mustard, flour, butter, eggs, sugar, water and vinegar. Cook over medium heat stirring often until mixture becomes thick and smooth. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
- Combine dressing mixture with creamy salad dressing, mix well. Fold into cooked potatoes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 74.1 calories, Carbohydrate 11.2 g, Cholesterol 26.4 mg, Fat 2.9 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 73.5 mg, Sugar 10.4 g
VEGAN POTATO SALAD WITH TAHINI
This robustly seasoned vegan potato salad is lively and earthy from a dressing of cumin, charred scallion and loads of tahini, which gives it a rich and creamy texture. This is a good one to make a day or two before you want to serve it as the flavors get better as they sit. Just be sure to let it come to room temperature so everything is at its brightest and most supple.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories salads and dressings, vegetables, side dish
Time 1h45m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place the potatoes in a large pot with enough salted water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a boil over high heat and cook until potatoes are just tender, 10 to 15 minutes, depending on the kind of potato. Drain very well.
- Heat the broiler. Arrange 1 bunch scallions on a sheet pan. Thinly slice the other bunch, reserving the slices for serving.
- Season the whole scallions in the pan with salt and pepper, and very lightly drizzle with olive oil. Broil until charred, tossing occasionally, for 3 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board to cool. Coarsely chop scallions and set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together lemon juice, garlic, cumin and a large pinch of salt. Let sit for 1 minute to mellow the garlic and dissolve the salt. Whisk in tahini, then gradually add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time (about 3 to 6 tablespoons total), until the sauce thickens and is smooth enough to drizzle. The sauce can take 30 seconds to 1 minute to thicken so keep whisking; if it gets too thick, thin it down with a little more water. Taste and add more lemon juice and salt if needed.
- Transfer hot potatoes and charred scallions to bowl with tahini dressing. Drizzle in the remaining 1/3 cup olive oil and toss until potatoes are well coated. Taste and add more salt and lemon juice if needed.
- Let cool to room temperature for at least an hour before serving, or refrigerate for up to 24 hours. The potatoes will absorb the dressing as they sit. Just before serving, taste and add more salt or lemon juice if needed, and toss with the raw scallion slices and herbs.
ROASTED POTATO SALAD WITH JALAPEñO-AVOCADO DRESSING
As one of the most adaptable dishes, potato salad has withstood countless reimaginings. In this version, roasted potatoes are paired with two types of beans: Cannellini beans offer a hearty creaminess, while green beans add a welcome crisp-tenderness. If you have garlic or onion powder in your spice rack, use it to add some umami to the roasted potatoes. The avocado dressing is zingy and full of lively flavors; make it as spicy as you can handle, and if you are looking for more tanginess, substitute the mayonnaise with sour cream or crème fraîche.
Provided by Hetty McKinnon
Categories dinner, salads and dressings, vegetables, appetizer, side dish
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat oven to 425 degrees. Place the potatoes on a sheet pan and add about 2 tablespoons of olive oil, garlic or onion powder (if using), and about ½ teaspoon of salt. Season with black pepper and toss to coat. Place in the oven and roast for 25 minutes.
- Meanwhile make the dressing: Combine avocado, mayonnaise, dill, olive oil, lime juice, garlic, 1 jalapeño and salt in a blender or small food processor. Blend until completely smooth. Taste and if you want it spicier, add the second jalapeño.
- After 25 minutes, remove the potatoes from the oven and toss. Push the potatoes to one side of the sheet pan, and add the green beans to the other side. Drizzle with a little olive oil and season with salt and black pepper. Return the sheet pan to the oven and roast for 10 to 15 minutes, until the beans are crisp-tender and the potatoes are golden on the outside and tender all the way through. Don't overcook the beans; if the beans are done before the potatoes are ready, remove them from the sheet pan and return the potatoes to the oven.
- Transfer the potatoes and green beans to a large bowl and allow to cool for 5 minutes. Add the cannellini beans along with half the dressing and toss to coat well. Taste and check seasonings, adding more salt and black pepper if needed.
- To serve, squeeze the lime halves over and scatter with dill leaves. Pass the remaining dressing on the side.
CLASSIC POTATO SALAD
The recipe for this Southern classic came from the chef Millie Peartree's mother, Millie Bell. The sweet relish melds with the creamy potatoes for a deep, balanced flavor. Onion powder adds savory notes without the texture of diced onion, which could overpower the dish. Make sure that your eggs are rinsed thoroughly, so no pieces of shell remain, and that your potatoes are uniformly cut in roughly 1-inch cubes so they all finish cooking at the same time. (Millie Bell used her thumb as a measure.) And, most important of all, don't overcook the potatoes: You want potato salad, not mashed potatoes.
Provided by Millie Peartree
Categories salads and dressings, vegetables, side dish
Time 35m
Yield 8 servings (2 1/2 quarts)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Set the potatoes in a large pot; add 1 tablespoon salt and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Set over high heat and cook just until fork-tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. (You still want the potatoes to still have some shape to avoid turning the dish into mashed potatoes.) Drain potatoes, and set them aside to cool.
- As potatoes cool, make the dressing: To a large bowl, add mayonnaise, relish, mustard and granulated onion; whisk to combine.
- Add the potatoes to the dressing, along with the diced hard-boiled eggs, and celery, if using; stir gently to combine. Taste and season with salt and black pepper as needed.
- Chill for at least 2 hours, and up to overnight. Serve cold. Finish with a sprinkle of paprika. Potato salad will keep for 4 days in an airtight container.
POTATO SALAD WITH FRENCH DRESSING
This is my favorite potato salad now. This recipe came from Naomi Judd's cookbook. I don't use the hard boiled eggs because I don't care for them in my potato salad and I cut back on the mayonnaise,onion, pickle relish and leave out the mustard....you can adjust things to your own taste because what really makes this potato salad is the French dressing. Here is the recipe as it appears in Naomi Judd's cookbook
Provided by shells75
Categories Low Protein
Time 1h15m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cover potatoes in large saucepan with water. Bring to boiling and cook until fork tender, about 30 minutes. Drain. When cool enough to handle but still very warm, peel the potatoes and then cube. Place the warm potatoes in large bowl. Add the salt and French dressing, tossing to coat (You can even let the potatoes sit in the refrigerator overnight at this point.).
- Meanwhile, place the eggs in a medium saucepan. Cover with cold water. Bring to just under a boil and simmer for 10 minutes. Drain and return the eggs to the pot, covering with ice water. Let stand 15 minutes. Peel the eggs under cold running water, beginning with the large end. Cut into small cubes and reserve.
- To the potatoes, add the celery, onion, and pickle relish.
- In small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise and mustard. With a spatula, fold the mayonnaise mixture into the potato mixture until thoroughly blended. Add the egg and gently stir just to evenly distribute. This is one of those dishes that is even bettr the next day. (If you can wait that long).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 527.1, Fat 31.9, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 121, Sodium 1341.6, Carbohydrate 56.6, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 14.9, Protein 7.4
Tips:
- Use the right potatoes: Waxy potatoes, such as Yukon Gold or Red Bliss, hold their shape better than starchy potatoes, such as Russet, and are less likely to fall apart when mixed with the dressing.
- Boil the potatoes just until they are tender: Overcooked potatoes will become mushy when mixed with the dressing.
- Cool the potatoes completely before adding the dressing: This will help prevent the dressing from becoming watery.
- Use a light hand when mixing the potatoes and dressing: Overmixing can cause the potatoes to break apart.
- Add the dressing to the potatoes just before serving: This will help prevent the potatoes from becoming soggy.
- Garnish the potato salad with fresh herbs, such as parsley or chives, before serving: This will add a pop of color and flavor.
Conclusion:
Potato salad is a classic dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a versatile dish that can be served as a side dish or a main course. With so many different variations of potato salad, there is sure to be a recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dish, give potato salad a try.
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