This Easy Southern Potato Salad brings all the comforting flavors of classic Southern cooking into one bowl. It’s creamy, tangy, slightly sweet, and packed with texture from crunchy pickles, onions, and celery. Whether you’re heading to a cookout, hosting a family gathering, or just craving a timeless side dish, this recipe delivers that nostalgic flavor everyone loves.
Easy Southern Potato Salad
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Russet Potatoes | 3 pounds |
| Mayonnaise | 1 cup (adjust as needed) |
| Grey Poupon Dijon Mustard | ¼ cup |
| Apple Cider Vinegar | 2 tsp |
| Sugar | 2 tsp |
| Sweet Pickles | ½ cup |
| Chopped Celery | 1 stalk |
| Chopped Vidalia Onion | 1 medium |
| Hard-Boiled Eggs, chopped | 4 large |
How to Make Easy Southern Potato Salad:
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Cook the Potatoes:
Place the russet potatoes in a large pot of water and bring to a boil. Cook until they’re tender enough that a knife slides in easily. -
Cool and Prep:
Transfer the cooked potatoes to an ice bath so they cool quickly. Once cooled, peel off the skins and cut the potatoes into larger chunks. -
Mix the Dressing:
In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and sugar. -
Combine Everything:
Pour the dressing over the potato chunks. Add the sweet pickles, chopped celery, Vidalia onion, and the chopped hard-boiled eggs. -
Season and Stir:
Add salt and pepper to taste, then gently fold the mixture until everything is evenly coated. -
Serve:
Your comforting Southern potato salad is ready to enjoy. It’s perfect for barbecues, potlucks, picnics, or anytime you want a crowd-pleasing classic.
