Southern Potato Salad is a staple at picnics, barbecues, and family gatherings. This creamy and flavorful dish combines tender potatoes with a tangy, slightly sweet dressing, crunchy vegetables, and hard-boiled eggs. In this blog post, we’ll walk you through the ingredients, instructions, and tips for making the perfect Southern Potato Salad. We’ll also provide variations and address frequently asked questions to ensure you achieve the best results.
Southern Potato Salad is known for its rich, creamy texture and delightful combination of flavors. The blend of mayonnaise, mustard, and sweet pickle relish creates a tangy and slightly sweet dressing that pairs perfectly with the tender potatoes and crunchy celery. This dish is easy to prepare and sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Let’s dive into the ingredients and steps needed to create this classic dish.
Ingredients
For the Southern Potato Salad:
3 pounds russet potatoes, medium
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup yellow mustard
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
1 stalk celery, chopped
1/2 sweet onion, chopped
4 hard-boiled eggs (3 chopped and 1 sliced)
Paprika, for garnish
Instructions
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