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Southern Style Potato Salad

Cultural Context

Originating in the Southern United States, potato salad is a staple at barbecues, picnics, and family gatherings. This dish reflects the region's love for hearty, comforting food, often made with simple ingredients that come together to create a creamy and flavorful salad. Today, variations abound, with some adding bacon or herbs, making it a beloved dish across the country, especially during summer gatherings.

Southern AmericanUSside
45 min
easy
8 servings
Servings4
5 roasted potatoes
2-3 tablespoons chicken bouillon powder
salt
3 eggs
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup Miracle Whip
2 tablespoons mustard
1/4 cup celery
1/4 cup red bell pepper
1/4 cup onion
black pepper
paprika

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

hard-boiled eggs

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Tofu provides a similar texture with fewer calories

pickles

🥗Healthier: chopped cucumbers

💰Cheaper: canned pickles

Chopped cucumbers add crunch with fewer preservatives

celery

🥗Healthier: jicama

💰Cheaper: carrots

Jicama offers a crunchy texture with fewer calories

1

Dice 5 roasted potatoes into medium-sized chunks.

2

Add enough water to cover the potatoes and season with 2-3 tablespoons of chicken bouillon powder and a little salt.

3

Add 3 rinsed eggs to the pot with the potatoes.

4

Heat on high until boiling and cook for 15 minutes.

5

Strain the water from the potatoes without rinsing them to retain flavor.

6

Transfer the potatoes to a plate and let them cool.

7

Peel the eggs under running water for easier peeling.

8

In a bowl, mix together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/2 cup Miracle Whip, and 2 tablespoons of mustard.

9

Dice 1/4 cup each of celery, red bell pepper, and onion, and add to the dressing mixture.

10

Dice the 3 boiled eggs and add to the dressing mixture.

11

Season the dressing with salt and about 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, then mix well.

12

Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning as needed before adding it to the potatoes.

13

Fold the dressing into the potatoes, smashing some potatoes for a creamy texture.

14

Garnish with paprika and an extra diced boiled egg on top for presentation.

15

Serve cold or warm, according to preference.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixingchilling

Equipment Needed

potstrainerplatemixing bowlspoon

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Classic Potato SaladSouthern Potato Salad

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