Southern Potato Salad

This Southern Potato Salad is the epitome of comfort food, with its creamy texture and tangy, flavorful dressing. The combination of mayonnaise, mustard, and sweet pickle relish creates a perfect balance of richness and zesty tang, while the potatoes soak up all the flavors. The added crunch from the celery and the slight sweetness from the pickle relish take this dish to the next level.

1. Ingredients:

• 4 cups potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup yellow mustard
• 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon celery seed
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika (for garnish)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
• 1/2 cup diced celery
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Directions:

1. In a large pot, bring the cubed potatoes to a boil in salted water. Cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork. Drain and let cool.
2. While the potatoes are cooling, prepare the dressing by combining the mayonnaise, mustard, sweet pickle relish, apple cider vinegar, celery seed, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl. Stir until well combined.
3. Add the cooled potatoes to the dressing mixture, and gently fold to coat the potatoes evenly.
4. Stir in the chopped eggs, diced celery, and red onion, mixing everything together gently to combine.
5. Cover the potato salad and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
6. Before serving, sprinkle with paprika and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 12 minutes | Total Time: 2 hours (refrigeration time)
Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 6 servings