Description
This Southern Deviled Egg Potato Salad is a creamy, flavorful side dish perfect for picnics, barbecues, and family gatherings. Combining tender Idaho potatoes, rich boiled eggs, and a tangy dressing made with mayonnaise, mustard, and sweet pickle relish, this salad offers a delightful balance of textures and classic southern taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes and Eggs
- 4–5 medium Idaho potatoes, peeled and quartered
- 4–5 large boiled eggs, chopped
Dressing and Flavorings
- 1 stick butter (1/2 cup)
- ½ teaspoon coarse black pepper
- 1 ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 medium red onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1 cup sweet pickle relish
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Peel and quarter the Idaho potatoes and boil them in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
- Mash the Potatoes with Butter and Pepper: While the potatoes are still warm, mash them gently with the stick of butter and ½ teaspoon coarse black pepper until mostly smooth but still a bit chunky for texture.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 ¼ cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon mustard, and 1 cup sweet pickle relish. Mix well.
- Add Onion and Eggs: Fold in the diced red onion and chopped boiled eggs to the dressing mixture, mixing gently to keep the pieces intact.
- Combine Everything: Add the mashed potato mixture to the bowl with the dressing, eggs, and onion. Stir carefully until all ingredients are well incorporated and evenly coated.
- Chill before Serving: Cover the potato salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use Idaho potatoes for a fluffy texture; Yukon Gold can also work but may change the texture slightly.
- The salad can be made a day ahead to deepen flavors.
- Adjust the amount of mayonnaise or mustard according to your taste preferences for creaminess and tang.
- For added color and crunch, consider garnishing with chopped fresh parsley or paprika before serving.
- Make sure boiled eggs are properly cooled and peeled for best results.
Keywords: potato salad, southern potato salad, deviled egg potato salad, picnic side dish, mayonnaise potato salad, boiled eggs