Award-winning Southern Potato Salad Recipe
Introducing our Award-winning Southern Potato Salad Recipe, a delightful and creamy side dish that perfectly complements any gathering or family meal. This recipe features tender potatoes, crunchy vegetables, and a zesty mayo dressing, creating a refreshing flavor profile that everyone will love. Ideal for summer barbecues, picnics, or holiday celebrations, this potato salad is not just easy to make but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time, you can enjoy this comforting dish that’s packed with nutritious ingredients and vibrant colors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
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- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons red apple vinegar
- 4 large russet potatoes (or 5 large red potatoes)
- ½ cup white onion (minced)
- 1 red bell pepper (julienned)
- 1 cup julienned carrot sticks
- 1 stalk celery (small dice)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Fresh chives and parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes in salted water for about 15 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and cool.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red apple vinegar, sugar, minced onion, salt, Dijon mustard, and celery seed until smooth.
- Chop the cooled potatoes into bite-sized pieces and combine with chopped vegetables in a large bowl.
- Pour dressing over the potato mixture and gently fold until evenly coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg