Southern Potato Salad Recipe
This Southern Potato Salad is a classic blend of creamy mayo, tangy mustard, sweet relish, and tender Yukon Gold potatoes. Perfect for BBQs, potlucks, or family dinners, it's an easy, beginner-friendly dish that brings comforting Southern flavor to your table.
Ingredients
- 3 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into bite-size pieces
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup sweet pickle relish
- 4 hardboiled eggs, peeled and chopped
- 2 ribs celery, chopped
- ⅓ cup green onions, chopped
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Fresh ground black pepper, to taste
- Paprika, for garnish
Instructions
- Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook for 10–15 minutes until fork tender.
- Drain and allow potatoes to cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk mayonnaise, mustard, and apple cider vinegar.
- Add relish, chopped eggs, celery, and green onions to the dressing.
- Gently fold in cooled potatoes until fully coated.
- Season with kosher salt and black pepper to taste.
- Garnish with paprika and chill before serving.
Notes
For the best Southern Potato Salad, add the dressing while the potatoes are still warm to soak up flavor. Want a spicy version? Add chopped jalapeños!
Nutrition (Estimated per serving)
Calories: 320
Fat: 22g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 7g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 480mg
Calories: 320
Fat: 22g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 7g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 480mg