Best 4 Super Simple Picnic Potato Salad Recipes

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Summer is synonymous with outdoor adventures and delightful picnics. If you are looking for the perfect recipe to elevate your next picnic spread, look no further than the super simple picnic potato salad. This irresistible dish strikes the perfect balance between creamy and tangy, with a burst of fresh flavors that will tantalize everyone's taste buds. With minimal ingredients and effortless preparation, this picnic potato salad recipe is an absolute lifesaver for busy individuals who love to enjoy delicious food without spending hours in the kitchen.

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

SUPER-SIMPLE PICNIC POTATO SALAD



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Frozen hash browns are the key to this convenient recipe. No picnic is complete without potato salad!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 5h45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 bag (32 oz) frozen southern-style diced hash brown potatoes
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
5 eggs
1 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup chopped onion
Paprika, if desired

Steps:

  • In ungreased 3-quart microwavable bowl, mix frozen potatoes and water; spread evenly in bowl. Cover tightly with microwavable plastic wrap. Microwave on High 15 to 20 minutes or until potatoes are hot and tender, stirring once halfway through cooking.
  • Add vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper to hot potatoes; mix well. Spread evenly in bowl. Cover, refrigerate at least 5 hours or until completely cold.
  • Meanwhile, in 2-quart saucepan, place eggs in single layer. Add enough water to cover eggs by 1 inch. Heat to boiling. Immediately remove from heat; cover and let stand 15 minutes. Drain; rinse with cold water. Place eggs in bowl of ice water; let stand 10 minutes. Drain. Peel eggs. Reserve 1 egg for garnish; chop remaining 4 eggs.
  • Stir mayonnaise into cold potato mixture. Add celery, onion and chopped eggs; toss gently to mix. Spoon mixture into large serving bowl. Slice reserved hard-cooked egg; arrange on top of salad. Sprinkle with paprika. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until serving time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 350 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

PICNIC POTATO SALAD



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This potato salad doesn't have any mayonnaise and is great for a picnic because it keeps well. Good with burgers or steak or whatever else you like on the barbecue. Leftovers keep well in the fridge for a couple of days if you have any. For my vegetarian friends I leave out the meat. Posted in response to a request.

Provided by foodtvfan

Categories     Potato

Time 1h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 1/2 lbs new potatoes (10 medium)
10 large radishes, thinly sliced
2 celery ribs, finely diced
6 green onions, chopped or 1/2 sweet onion, finely chopped
1 red pepper (optional)
1/2 cup pepperoni, finely chopped (optional) or 1/2 cup kielbasa, chopped (optional)
1/4 cup vinegar (or to taste)
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Scrub potatoes. Cut in half if large.
  • In a saucepan, cover potatoes with cold water, bring to a boil, cook for 10 to 15 minutes or just until tender but not mushy.
  • Drain; return potatoes to pot to dry over low heat for 30 seconds.
  • Arrange in a single layer on a cookie sheet (or any platter or dish to hold potatoes in a single layer)to allow to cool.
  • Meanwhile, trim and cut radishes in half. With flat sides down, thinly slice radishes and place in large bowl.
  • Add finely diced celery and chopped green onions or sweet onion to bowl.
  • Add red or green pepper and finely chopped pepperoni or kielbasa if using.
  • Peel cooled potatoes.
  • Cut potatoes into 3/4 inch cubes or 1/4� slices. Add to veggies in the bowl.
  • Dressing:.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, mustard, garlic, salt and pepper.
  • Gradually whisk in oil until blended.
  • Stir in parsley, if using.
  • Pour dressing over potato mixture.
  • Gently toss to coat well.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.4, Fat 9.3, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 182.5, Carbohydrate 26.5, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 1.8, Protein 3.3

SUPER-SIMPLE PICNIC POTATO SALAD



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This yummie salad is so good. I love the fact that you don't have to peel and boil potaotes. It keep well and stays moist. One of our favorites.

Provided by Debbie Deverill @desertgal

Categories     Potato Salads

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (32) ounce(s) frozen southern-style diced hash brown potatoes
1/4 cup(s) water
2 tablespoon(s) cider vinegar
1 tablespoon(s) yellow mustard
1 1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
1/4 teaspoon(s) pepper
5 - eggs
1 cup(s) mayonnaise or salad dressing
1/2 cup(s) chopped celery
1/3 cup(s) chopped onions or chopped green onions
1/2 cup(s) sour cream
1/4 cup(s) half n half, or till smooth when adding to mayo and sour cream

Steps:

  • In ungreased 3-quart microwavable bowl, mix frozen potatoes and water; spread evenly in bowl. Cover tightly with microwable plastic wrap. Microwave on High 15 to 20 minutes or until potatoes are hot and tender, stirring once halfway through cooking. Add vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper to hot potatoes; mix well. Spread evenly in bowl. Cover; refrigerat at least 5 hours or until completely cold.
  • Meanwhile in 2-quart saucepan, place eggs in single layer. Add enough water to cover eggs by 1 inch. Heat to boiling. Immediately remove from heat; cover and let stand 15 minutes. Drain; rinse with cold water. Place egg in bowl of ice water; let stand 10 minutes. Drain. Peel eggs. Reserve 1 egg for garnish ; chop remaining 4 eggs.
  • Stir mayonnaise, sour cream and half n half. Pour over potatoe mixture and add celery, onion and chopped eggs; toss gently to mix. Spoon mixture into large serving bowl. Slice reserved hard-cooked egg; arrange on top of salad. Serve immediatley or cover and refrigerat until serving time.

COLD PICNIC POTATO SALAD



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This potato salad is a must when ever mine or my wifes family get together. I have to always bring the potato salad. Try it I think you will like it.

Provided by Tom Lambie

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h45m

Yield 1 large bowl, 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 lbs red potatoes
12 eggs
1 large onion, chopped
4 -5 stalks celery, chopped
salt and pepper
garlic salt
3/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup salad mustard
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 -3 cups salad dressing (I have always used Kraft Miricle Whip Salad Dressing)
to taste paprika

Steps:

  • Boil the potatoes with the skins on until tender.
  • Cool the potatoes.
  • Cook the eggs until hard boiled.
  • Cool and peel.
  • Peel and slice potatoes into a large bowl.
  • Slice 10 eggs in bowl with potatoes, reserve 2 eggs for garnish.
  • Add the onion, salt, pepper, garlic salt, sugar, mustard, lemon juice and the salad dressing.
  • Blend well.
  • Slice remaining eggs on top of salad.
  • Sprinkle with paprika.
  • Chill several hours.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 491, Fat 13.7, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 315.3, Sodium 644.9, Carbohydrate 76.8, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 29.8, Protein 17.8

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use a variety of potatoes, such as red, yellow, and Yukon Gold.
  • Boil the potatoes until they are tender but still hold their shape.
  • Use a mayonnaise-based dressing for a classic potato salad.
  • Add some mustard and celery seeds to the dressing for a bit of extra flavor.
  • For a lighter potato salad, use a vinaigrette dressing.
  • Add some chopped bacon, hard-boiled eggs, or cheese to the potato salad for extra protein.
  • For a vegan potato salad, use a mayonnaise substitute such as soy mayonnaise or mashed avocado.
  • Serve the potato salad chilled or at room temperature.
  • Potato salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Potato salad is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you like it classic, light, or loaded, there is a potato salad recipe out there for you. With a little creativity, you can easily make a potato salad that is perfect for your next picnic, potluck, or backyard barbecue.

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