Easy Southern Potato Salad

Ingredients

6 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed

4–5 hard-boiled eggs (3 chopped, 2 sliced for topping)

1 cup mayonnaise

2 tablespoons yellow mustard

1 small onion, finely chopped

2–3 pickles or 2 tablespoons sweet relish (optional but traditional)

1 teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

½ teaspoon paprika (optional)

1 tablespoon vinegar (apple cider or white)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Potatoes

Place the cubed potatoes in a large pot and cover with water.

Add a pinch of salt.

Bring to a boil and cook for 10–12 minutes, or until tender but not mushy.

Drain and let them cool slightly.

  1. Prepare the Dressing

In a bowl, mix together:

mayonnaise

mustard

chopped boiled eggs

onion

pickles or relish

vinegar

salt and pepper

Adjust seasoning to taste.

  1. Combine Everything

Gently fold the dressing into the warm potatoes.

Transfer to a serving bowl.

Top with sliced boiled eggs.

Sprinkle black pepper and paprika on top.

  1. Chill and Serve

Chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving.

This helps the flavours blend and gives the best texture

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