HOPPIN' JOHN'S SOUTHERN POTATO SALAD

Hoppin' John's Southern Potato Salad image

Along with burgers and hot dogs, a good potato salad is a quintessential part of a cookout, and this one is a classic. It's dressed with mayonnaise, mustard and juice from the sweet pickle jar and incorporates fresh herbs for taste and greenery.

Provided by Suzanne Hamlin

Categories salads and dressings, side dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Previous Next

Ingredients

2 pounds boiling potatoes or new potatoes, scrubbed and unpeeled
1 1/2 cups minced celery
1 cup scallions, cut in thin slices, including some of the green
3 hard-cooked eggs, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 heaping tablespoon prepared mustard
1/2 cup sweet pickles, diced with some juice from the jar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper and cayenne pepper to taste
1 to 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs, like parsley and chives
Paprika to taste

Steps:

Cut potatoes in half if large, put in a pot and add enough lightly salted water to cover them by 2 inches. Bring to a boil, and cook, uncovered, for about 15 minutes, until tender. Drain. Peel if desired, and cut into 1 1/2-inch wedges.
In a large serving bowl, mix the potato pieces with the celery, scallions and eggs.
In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, mustard, pickle cubes and juice; toss with the potatoes. Season to taste with salt and peppers. Sprinkle with chopped herbs and dust with paprika. Serve slightly chilled.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 311, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 583 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

*** Explore more Hoppin' John's Southern Potato Salad Recipes »

Comment
Leave a comment

Michael Gruber

[email protected]

I'm not a huge fan of potato salad, but I have to say, this one is pretty good!

Sanu Cdryy

[email protected]

This potato salad is the perfect side dish for any summer gathering. It's light and refreshing, and it always gets rave reviews.

MM Shajid

[email protected]

Great recipe! I made this for my family reunion, and everyone loved it.

Esmae Yaya

[email protected]

I really appreciate the detailed instructions in this recipe. It made it so easy to follow, even for a beginner like me.

Shivanie Sookhlall

[email protected]

This potato salad was a bit too bland for my taste.

Qaisib Khan

[email protected]

I've made this potato salad several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that it's so versatile - I can add or remove ingredients to suit my taste.