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Southern Potato Salad
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Southern Potato Salad

Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 386kcal
Author FoodFaithFitness

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds Russet Yukon gold or red potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1/4 cup sweet pickles chopped or sweet relish
  • 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 5 hard-boiled eggs shelled and diced
  • 4 green onions finely diced
  • 2 celery stalks finely diced
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Place the cubed potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 10-15 minutes. Avoid overcooking to prevent the potatoes from becoming mushy.
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  • Drain the cooked potatoes in a colander and allow them to cool. Meanwhile, you can start preparing the dressing and other ingredients.
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  • In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, yellow mustard, chopped sweet pickles or relish, granulated sugar, apple cider vinegar, and garlic powder until well combined.
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  • Gently fold in the cooled potatoes, diced hard-boiled eggs, finely diced green onions, and celery into the dressing until everything is evenly coated.
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  • Season the potato salad with kosher salt and black pepper to taste. Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  • DEVOUR!

Nutrition

Calories: 386kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 13g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 128mg | Sodium: 269mg | Potassium: 784mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 285IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 2mg