Classic Southern Potato Salad: 5 Amazing Comfort Flavors
A creamy and tangy Southern-style potato salad made with tender potatoes, eggs, and a rich mayonnaise dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
2 pounds potatoes
4 eggs
3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
1/3 cup celery
1/4 cup onion
1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Boil potatoes until fork-tender, then drain and cool slightly.
- Cook and chop eggs.
- Mix mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, and seasonings.
- Fold in potatoes gently.
- Add eggs, celery, onion, and relish.
- Mix and chill for at least 2 hours.
- Garnish with paprika and serve.
Notes
Do not overcook potatoes. Chill before serving for best flavor.