Classic Southern Potato Salad – Creamy, Tangy & Timeless 🥔🍽️
When it comes to comfort food, few side dishes are as beloved — or as essential at a Southern table — as Classic Southern Potato Salad. Creamy, tangy, and filled with texture and flavor, this iconic dish is a must-have at summer barbecues, church potlucks, and Sunday dinners alike.
Made with tender potatoes, tangy mustard, creamy mayo, chopped eggs, and a mix of crunchy veggies, it’s a recipe passed down through generations — and for good reason. Every bite delivers the perfect balance of richness and zest, with just the right kick of seasoning.
🌟 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✅ Classic flavor that never goes out of style
🥚 Hard-boiled eggs & pickles add great texture and taste
🧂 Perfectly seasoned with mustard, mayo, and a touch of Southern spice
🧊 Make-ahead friendly — tastes even better the next day
👩👩👧👦 Crowd-pleaser for cookouts, holidays, or everyday meals
📝 Ingredients
3 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
1 1/4 cups mayonnaise
2 tablespoons yellow mustard (or more to taste)
1/2 cup dill pickle relish or chopped dill pickles
1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
1/4 cup red or yellow onion, finely chopped
4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional: paprika and chopped green onions for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Boil the Potatoes
Place peeled, chopped potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold salted water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until tender (about 10–12 minutes). Drain and let cool slightly.
Pro Tip: You want the potatoes fork-tender but not mushy — so they hold up in the salad!
2. Mix the Dressing
In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, pickle relish, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
3. Combine Everything
Gently fold the potatoes into the dressing. Add chopped eggs, celery, and onion. Mix until everything is coated and combined — but don’t overmix. Some texture is a good thing!
4. Chill & Serve
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. The flavors will develop and intensify beautifully as it chills.
Right before serving, sprinkle with paprika and chopped green onions for that signature Southern touch.
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