Description
Southern potato salad is a quintessential side dish that embodies the essence of comfort food. Its creamy, tangy flavor profile makes it a must-have at barbecues, picnics, and family gatherings. This homemade delight blends tender boiled potatoes with rich mayonnaise, zesty mustard, sweet pickles, and hard-boiled eggs, creating an irresistible combination. Perfect for any occasion, this southern potato salad not only satisfies cravings but also invites nostalgia with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds white potatoes (peeled and cubed)
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup finely chopped sweet baby pickles
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 5 hard-boiled eggs
- sugar
- vinegar
- seasoned salt
- celery salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (10-15 minutes). Drain and cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, chopped pickles, mustard, sugar, vinegar, seasoned salt, celery salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Chop four hard-boiled eggs and add to the cooled potatoes along with the dressing mixture. Gently fold to combine.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.
- Garnish with sliced egg and paprika before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider mixing in finely chopped celery or bell peppers. Use high-quality mayonnaise for richer flavor; Duke's is recommended. Letting the salad sit enhances flavors as they meld together.