🥔 Southern Potato Salad: A Creamy, Comforting Classic You’ll Crave All Year
Nothing says comfort food quite like a big bowl of Southern Potato Salad. Creamy, tangy, and packed with flavor, this beloved side dish is a staple at cookouts, church potlucks, family reunions, and Sunday dinners across the South—and for good reason.
With tender potatoes, a rich and flavorful mayo-mustard dressing, and just the right touch of crunch, Southern Potato Salad is more than a side—it’s a tradition passed down through generations, with each family adding their own special twist.
❤️ Why You’ll Love Southern Potato Salad
Classic and crowd-pleasing – perfect for barbecues, holidays, and gatherings
Creamy and tangy – balanced with just the right zip from mustard and pickles
Easy to make ahead – and even better the next day
Customizable – add your family’s secret ingredients or keep it simple
🧂 Ingredients
2½ to 3 lbs Yukon Gold or russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
4 large eggs, hard-boiled and chopped
¾ cup mayonnaise (Duke’s if you want to go full Southern)
2 tbsp yellow mustard
â…“ cup dill pickle relish (or chopped pickles)
ÂĽ cup finely chopped celery
ÂĽ cup finely chopped red or white onion
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: a splash of pickle juice for extra tang
Garnish: paprika and sliced green onions or extra chopped eggs
👩‍🍳 How to Make It
1. Cook the Potatoes
Boil the peeled and cubed potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 10–12 minutes). Drain and let them cool slightly.
2. Make the Dressing
In a large bowl, mix together mayonnaise, mustard, pickle relish, salt, pepper, and optional pickle juice.
3. Mix It All Together
Gently fold in the cooked potatoes, chopped eggs, celery, and onion. Mix until well combined but be careful not to mash the potatoes too much—Southern potato salad should be creamy with some chunks.
4. Chill
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (overnight is even better). The flavors deepen as it chills.
5. Garnish & Serve
Sprinkle with paprika and garnish with green onions or more egg slices before serving.
🍽️ Tips for the Best Southern Potato Salad
Don’t overcook the potatoes – you want them tender but not mushy
Use cold eggs – they mix better and help keep the salad cool
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