Best Classic Potato Salad

Best Classic Potato Salad

This potato salad is the best classic version of old-fashioned, Southern-style potato salad. Creamy, tangy, crunchy, and a hint of sweet and spice from pickles.

Prep Time
25 min
Cook Time
15 min
Total Time
160 min
Servings
12

Instructions

  1. 1

    {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Cut potatoes into 1 1/2-inch cubes. Place in a large pot and cover with water by 2 inches. Add eggs and 3 teaspoons salt; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat; simmer 9 minutes.'}

  2. 2

    {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Remove eggs with a slotted spoon and immediately immerse in ice water for several minutes to stop the cooking. Continue cooking potatoes until fork-tender, about 1 minute more; drain.'}

  3. 3

    {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Peel and chop eggs; set aside.'}

  4. 4

    {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Add mayonnaise, onions, celery, pickles, sour cream, mustard, pickle juice, dill, and pepper to a large bowl; stir to combine. Stir in potatoes and eggs until well blended, mashing potatoes very slightly. Season with salt and pepper, adding up to 1 teaspoon more salt, if desired.'}

  5. 5

    {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Transfer to a serving bowl, sprinkle with paprika, and garnish with olives. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.'}

Nutrition Facts

Per serving (12 servings total)

330
Calories
7 g
Protein
37 g
Carbs
18 g
Fat
3 g
Fiber
947 mg
Sodium

Tags

publisher-tested
Source: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/283951/best-classic-potato-salad/
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