Easy Southern Potato Salad Recipe
This Easy Southern Potato Salad Recipe is a creamy, flavorful side dish made with tender potatoes, boiled eggs, mayonnaise, and mustard. A must-have for potlucks, BBQs, or holiday gatherings, it delivers the true taste of the South in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiled
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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3 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
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4 large eggs, hard-boiled and chopped
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1 cup mayonnaise
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2 tbsp yellow mustard
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1/2 cup sweet pickle relish
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1/2 cup chopped celery
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1/4 cup chopped red onion
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Salt and black pepper to taste
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Paprika for garnish
Instructions
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Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 10-15 minutes. Drain and cool.
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In a large bowl, combine cooled potatoes, chopped eggs, celery, red onion, and relish.
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In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and pepper.
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Gently fold the dressing into the potato mixture until well coated.
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Chill for at least 1 hour.
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Garnish with paprika before serving.
Notes
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For added flavor, try adding chopped dill pickles or a dash of hot sauce.
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Use Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg