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Southern Potato Salad Recipe

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This Southern Potato Salad recipe is a creamy, tangy, and flavorful side dish made with potatoes, mayo, mustard, and pickles. Perfect for picnics, BBQs, or potlucks, this traditional Southern favorite is easy to make and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and diced

  • 1 cup mayonnaise

  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard

  • 1/2 cup chopped dill pickles

  • 1/2 cup finely chopped celery

  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion

  • 4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped

  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Paprika for garnish

Instructions

  • Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 10-15 minutes. Drain and let cool.

  • In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

  • Add potatoes, pickles, celery, onion, and eggs to the bowl. Gently mix until combined.

  • Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

 

  • Sprinkle with paprika before serving.

Notes

  • Use Yukon gold or red potatoes for a firmer texture.

  • Chill overnight for best flavor.

 

  • Adjust mustard and mayo to taste.

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