Best 8 Skinny Classic Potato Salad Recipes

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Whether you are looking for a lightened-up version of a classic picnic side dish or a healthier take on a comfort food favorite, skinny classic potato salad has got you covered. With a focus on reducing calories and fat while maintaining all of the flavor and texture of the original, this dish is just as creamy, tangy, and satisfying as its more indulgent counterpart. Versatile enough to be served warm or cold, as a main dish or a side, this skinny classic potato salad is sure to become a new staple in your recipe rotation.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SKINNY CLASSIC POTATO SALAD



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53% fewer calories • 74% less fat • 75% less sat fat than the original recipe. Feel good about passing this slimmed salad at picnics and potlucks!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 medium red potatoes (2 lb), unpeeled
2 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
2 medium stalks celery, thinly sliced (1 cup)
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
3/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/2 cup fat-free sour cream
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in 4-quart saucepan; add enough water just to cover potatoes. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 20 to 30 minutes or until tender. Drain; let stand until cool enough to handle. Cut potatoes into cubes.
  • In large bowl, place potatoes, eggs, celery and onion; toss gently to mix. In small bowl, mix dressing ingredients until well blended.
  • Add dressing to potato mixture; toss gently to coat. Cover; refrigerate at least 1 hour or until serving time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 370 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

CLASSIC POTATO SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Boil, peel and cube 2 pounds russet potatoes; toss with 2 tablespoons cider vinegar and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Mix 2 cups mayonnaise, 2 chopped scallions, 1 chopped celery stalk, 1 tablespoon each dijon mustard and vinegar, 1 teaspoon sugar, and salt. Toss with the potatoes.

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

CONTEST-WINNING OLD-FASHIONED POTATO SALAD



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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

4 cups cubed peeled potatoes
3 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

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 :

BEST CLASSIC POTATO SALAD



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Creamy, tangy, and crunchy, with a hint of spice and sweetness from pickles, this reminds me of my grandmother's potato salad served every Easter or any time we had barbecue. She always dotted it with olives for a finishing touch and a perfect briny addition. This is the best classic version of good old-fashioned, Southern-style potato salad. Not too mayonaissey with just the right amount of tang! Serve with grilled or smoked meats as the perfect side dish.

Provided by NicoleMcmom

Time 2h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 pounds russet potatoes, peeled
4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided, or to taste
4 large eggs
1 cup mayonnaise
⅓ cup sour cream
3 tablespoons yellow mustard
5 stalks green onions, sliced (white and green parts)
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
½ cup chopped spicy sweet dill pickles (such as Wickles™), plus 2 teaspoons pickle juice
¾ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground paprika
¼ cup sliced green olives with pimientos

Steps:

  • Cut potatoes into 1 1/2-inch pieces. Place in a large pot and add water to cover by 2 inches. Add 3 teaspoons salt and eggs; bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Reduce heat and simmer 9 minutes. Remove eggs to an ice bath. Drain potatoes when fork-tender; they may need another minute or so.
  • Peel and chop eggs and set aside.
  • Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, mustard, onions, celery, dill, pickles, juice and pepper in a large bowl; stir to combine. Stir in potatoes and eggs until well blended, mashing potatoes very slightly. Check for seasoning and add up to 1 teaspoon salt if desired.
  • Transfer to a serving bowl, sprinkle with paprika, and garnish with olives. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.9 calories, Carbohydrate 36.5 g, Cholesterol 71.8 mg, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 947 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

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

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

SKIN-ON POTATO SALAD



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A crowd-pleasing salad that gets a kick from green chilies.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 4h45m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 pounds red potatoes (12 medium)
3 cups mayonnaise or salad dressing
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 medium celery stalks, chopped (2 cups)
2 medium onions, chopped (1 cup)
2 cans (4.5 ounces) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles, drained

Steps:

  • Heat 1 inch water (salted if desired) to boiling in Dutch oven. Add potatoes. Cover and heat to boiling; reduce heat.
  • Boil 30 to 35 minutes or until tender; drain. Cool slightly. Cut into cubes (about 12 cups).
  • Mix mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper in 8-quart glass or plastic bowl. Add potatoes, celery, onions and chilies; toss.
  • Cover and refrigerate about 4 hours or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 370 mg

Tips:

  • Use Yukon Gold potatoes: These potatoes hold their shape well when cooked, making them ideal for potato salad.
  • Boil the potatoes until they are just tender: Overcooked potatoes will become mushy.
  • Cool the potatoes completely before adding the dressing: This will help to prevent the potatoes from absorbing too much dressing.
  • Use a light and tangy dressing: A mayonnaise-based dressing is classic, but you can also use a vinaigrette or a yogurt-based dressing.
  • Add some crunch: Celery, onion, and hard-boiled eggs are all classic additions to potato salad. You can also add other crunchy vegetables, such as radishes or bell peppers.
  • Season to taste: Add salt and pepper to taste, and you can also add other spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or dill.

Conclusion:

Potato salad is a classic summer dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, and barbecues. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make the perfect potato salad that everyone will love.

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