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Southern Potato Salad

A classic Southern potato salad with creamy dressing and flavorful additions, perfect for gatherings and picnics.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Potatoes
  • 3 lbs Russet potatoes (7-8 medium potatoes)
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise
  • 0.25 cup Yellow mustard
  • 2 tbsp Kosher pickle juice
  • 0.33 cup Dill pickle relish
  • 0.5 cup Sweet yellow onion (finely minced, Vidalia onion)
  • 0.5 tsp Kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
  • 4 large Hard-boiled eggs (chopped)

Method
 

  1. Peel, cube, and boil potatoes in water with salt for 10 minutes until fork-tender.
  2. Mix mayonnaise, mustard, relish, onions, pickle juice, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  3. Add drained potatoes and chopped eggs to the dressing; gently fold to coat.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving chilled.
  5. Garnish with paprika and minced chives or green onions if desired.

Notes

For best flavor, let the salad chill for several hours before serving.