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Potato Salad

Cultural Context

Potato salad is a classic American dish often served at barbecues, picnics, and family gatherings. Its origins can be traced back to various European potato salads, but the American version typically features mayonnaise and hard-boiled eggs. This dish is versatile, with many regional variations incorporating different ingredients like bacon, pickles, or herbs.

AmericanUSside
45 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
2 lbs russet potatoes
1 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix
salt
pepper
garlic powder
1/2 cup bacon crumbles
sliced green onions

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: store-brand mayonnaise

Greek yogurt is lower in calories and adds protein.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: white potatoes

Sweet potatoes offer more nutrients and fiber.

1

Peel the russet potatoes and dice them into 1-inch cubes.

2

Add the diced potatoes to a pot of water, ensuring they are covered by about an inch of water.

3

Add salt to the water and bring it to a boil.

4

Once boiling, reduce heat to low and cook the potatoes for about 8 minutes until tender.

5

Lay the cooked potatoes out on a cookie sheet to cool for about an hour.

6

In a large bowl, add the cooled potatoes.

7

Add 1 cup of mayonnaise, 2 teaspoons of Dijon mustard, 2 teaspoons of rice wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon of ranch seasoning mix, salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste.

8

Add 1/2 cup of bacon crumbles to the bowl.

9

Mix all the ingredients together until well combined.

10

Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixing

Equipment Needed

potcookie sheetbowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

eggsdairy

Also Known As

American Potato SaladClassic Potato Salad

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