🥔 What Makes Southern Potato Salad Different?
Southern potato salad stands out from the rest for a few key reasons:
Mayo-based dressing with a tangy punch from mustard or pickle juice
Hard-boiled eggs for richness and texture
Sweet relish or chopped pickles for a hint of sweetness
Simple seasonings that let the potatoes shine
Often topped with paprika for color and flavor
It’s humble, hearty, and always satisfying.
🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need
3 pounds Yukon gold or red potatoes
½ cup mayonnaise (Duke’s if you want to go truly Southern)
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
¼ cup sweet pickle relish
3–4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
¼ cup finely chopped celery
¼ cup finely chopped onion (optional or use green onions)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Paprika, for garnish
🔪 How to Make the Best Southern Potato Salad
Cook the potatoes:
Peel (optional) and chop the potatoes into chunks. Boil in salted water for about 10–12 minutes or until fork-tender. Drain and let cool slightly.
Make the dressing:
In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, relish, salt, and pepper.
Combine ingredients:
Add the warm potatoes to the bowl with the dressing. Gently fold to coat without breaking the potatoes too much.
Add the mix-ins:
Stir in chopped hard-boiled eggs, celery, and onion (if using).
Chill and serve:
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1–2 hours before serving. Garnish with paprika and extra chopped eggs if desired.
🌟 Tips for Perfect Southern Potato Salad
Use waxy potatoes like Yukon gold or red — they hold their shape better than russets.
Dress the potatoes while they’re still warm — they soak up flavor more effectively.
Let it rest in the fridge — this allows the flavors to develop and meld.
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