Southern Potato Salad is a classic comfort side dish made with tender potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, creamy mayonnaise, mustard, and crunchy celery. It’s a staple at BBQs, picnics, and family gatherings across the Southern United States.
🧾 Ingredients
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2 lbs potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet), peeled and diced
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3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
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¾ cup mayonnaise
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1 tbsp yellow mustard
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½ cup celery, finely chopped
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¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
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2 tbsp sweet pickle relish
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp paprika (for garnish)
👨🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Potatoes
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Place diced potatoes in a pot of salted water.
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Bring to a boil and cook 10–12 minutes until fork-tender.
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Drain and let them cool.
2️⃣ Prepare Dressing
In a bowl mix:
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mayonnaise
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mustard
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pickle relish
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salt and pepper
3️⃣ Combine Ingredients
In a large bowl add:
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cooked potatoes
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chopped eggs
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celery
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red onion
Pour the dressing over and gently mix.
4️⃣ Chill
Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour for the best flavor.
5️⃣ Garnish
Sprinkle paprika on top before serving.
⏱️ Time
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
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Cook Time: 12 minutes
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Chill Time: 1 hour
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Total Time: ~1 hour 30 minutes
💡 Tips
✔ Slightly warm potatoes absorb dressing better.
✔ Add crispy bacon bits for extra flavor.
✔ Use Dijon mustard for a tangier taste.
🍽️ What to Serve With
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BBQ chicken 🍗
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Burgers 🍔
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Grilled corn 🌽
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Fried chicken
📊 Estimated Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories: ~280
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Protein: 6g
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Carbs: 28g
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Fat: 16g
- 5–6 WW points per serving.