My journey to discover Paula Deen’s potato salad recipe began when I decided to host a Southern-themed dinner party last summer. After scrolling through several recipes, I stumbled upon this one, which caught my attention for its simple yet delectable ingredients. I can’t wait to share it with you.
This recipe is a combination of creamy richness and tangy flavours that stands out in an ocean of humble potatoes. While assembling the ingredients for this salad for the first time, I instantly knew it was going to be a total hit because of the enchanting aroma of boiled potatoes and mustard.
However, after my first bite, I also realized that this salad is a perfect companion for several dishes. I especially like it with juicy barbecue brisket and smoked meat.
Now, I can’t wait to share all the details of how to make this incredible Paula Deen potato salad recipe with you and see how it enriches your meals. So, let’s get started and discover the mouth-watering flavors of Southern cuisine.
Equipments Required
- Large Pot: You will require a large pot to boil the potatoes. Ensure that the pot is big enough to hold all the potatoes.
- Mixing Bowls: I suggest you keep 2 bowls handy, 1 medium, and 1 large for combining the dressing ingredients and tossing the potatoes with them respectively.
- Measuring Spoons or Cups: They will enable you to accurately measure the ingredients and seasoning to make the best potato salad.
- Spatula: You will require a spatula to easily combine the ingredients together.
- Chopping Board: I would suggest you use a chopping board to cut the vegetables properly.
- Knife: I always keep a knife handy for perfectly chopping off the vegetables.
- Colander: I suggest you use a colander to strain out the excess water from the ingredients.
Paula Deen Potato Salad Ingredients and Substitutions
Paula Deen Potato Salad Ingredients and SubstitutionsNote: The ingredients mentioned here are sufficient to serve 10 people as a side dish portion. You may adjust the quantity of the ingredients depending upon the number of people you want to serve.
- 12 Cups Red Potatoes, cubed: I use Yukon Gold potatoes if I run short of red potatoes.
- 1 Cup Green Bell Pepper, chopped: At times, when I don’t have bell peppers, I use chopped celery to add a little crunch.
- 1 Cup Red Onion, minced: I recommend you use white and yellow onions in place of red onions if you do not have the latter ones in your pantry.
- ½ Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil: Canola oil or vegetable oil are good substitutes for virgin olive oil.
- â…“ Cup Red Wine Vinegar: If you are out of red wine vinegar, you can opt for white wine vinegar or Apple Cider vinegar, as they are direct substitutes for red wine vinegar. You just need to adjust the amounts likely to your taste.
- 2 Tablespoons Dijon Mustard: At times I use yellow mustard or whole grain mustard if I don’t have dijon mustard handy.
- 2 Tablespoon Mayonnaise: To make this recipe lighter and healthier, I suggest using Greek yoghurt or sour cream as the alternatives.
- 1 ½ Teaspoon Salt: If you are on a low-sodium diet, I recommend you choose low-sodium salt.
- ½ Teaspoon Black Pepper: If you do not have black pepper, you can always use white pepper. This will also give you the same flavor.
Preparation and Cooking time
| Preparation Time | Cooking Time | Total Time |
|---|---|---|
| 15 Minutes | 10 Minutes | 25 Minutes |
How To Make Paula Deen Potato Salad At Home
- Take a round bottom saucepan or large pot and pour water in it.
- Place the chopped potatoes inside the saucepan and boil it for 10 minutes until it becomes tender. Drain the potatoes to remove the water.
- Now its time to prepare the dressing. Mix the mayonnaise and mustard.
- Mix olive oil and vinegar to it.
- Then add pepper and salt to it.
- In another bowl combine potatoes, bell pepper and onion.
- Mix the ingredients of both the bowls together gently tossing the mixture so that it mixes evenly with the potato mixture.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Your delicious Paula Deen potato salad is ready to be served.
FAQs About Paula Deen Potato Salad
Expert Tips That I Recommend
Expert Tips That I Recommend- Always opt for waxy potatoes like red potatoes because they hold their shape even after they are boiled. This way, you would get a creamy finish.
- I always refrigerate the salad before serving it as the flavors meld together and make it tastier.
- If you add celery or radishes to your salad, then you will experience an extra crunch.
Nutritional Information Per Serving
Potato salad is healthy to consume as it is low in calories. You can enjoy this potato salad as a part of your balanced meal paired with proteins and plenty of vegetables.
Take a look at the full nutritional information for this recipe.
| Nutrition | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 190 Kcal |
| Total fat | 13 g |
| Cholesterol | 1 mg |
| Sodium | 418 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 17 g |
| Dietary fiber | 2 g |
| Total sugars | 2 g |
| Proteins | 2 g |
| Calcium | 18 mg |
| Iron | 1 mg |
| Potassium | 469 mg |
The good part about this salad is that it is suitable for most of the diet like gluten-free, vegetarian and low sodium diet. However, it is not suitable for some kinds of diets which we will explore in the next section.
Recipe Variations For Different Diets
- Gluten-Free: To make this recipe gluten-free friendly, I use gluten-free mayonnaise brands like Hellman’s or Best Foods and Duke’s.
- Vegan: I recommend you replace the mayonnaise with vegan mayonnaise.
- Keto-Friendly Diet: When I serve this recipe to a person who is on a keto-friendly diet, I replace the potatoes with steamed cauliflower or broccoli. I also use full-fat mayonnaise instead of regular mayonnaise to make it keto-friendly.
- Low Carb: If you are on a low-carb diet, you can eliminate the red potatoes and use cauliflower florets or turnips. I also opt for Greek yogurt in place of regular mayonnaise. Additionally, you can include all non-starch vegetables like bell peppers, celery, or cucumber to add more crunch to your dish.
Storing This Recipe
Storing the potato salad correctly is essential if you want to enjoy its delicious flavors for longer. Therefore, after making the salad, I transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate it. This way, my salad remains fresh and safe for up to 3-4 days.
However, freezing the potato salad is generally not recommended because the texture of the potatoes gets spoiled upon de-freezing.
What To Serve With This Recipe
Paula Deen’s potato salad recipe stands out if you eat it with fried chicken and seafood like fried fish or crab cakes. I love to pair it with barbecued meat like smokey and grilled chicken.
I also like to serve it along with some sandwiches filled with deli meats, grilled vegetable wraps and burgers when I decide to have a leisurely picnic. Paula Deen’s potato salad also goes well with shrimp cocktails and cheeses at a lively tailgating party.
During holiday buffets, it stands out alongside baked ham, green beans, and cornbread, adding a comforting touch to festive meals.
Printable Version
Paula Deen Potato Salad Recipe
Ingredients
- 12 Cups Red Potatoes cubed
- 1 Cup Green Bell Pepper chopped
- 1 Cup Red Onion minced
- ½ Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- â…“ Cup Red Wine Vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons Dijon Mustard
- 2 Tablespoon Mayonnaise
- 1 ½ Teaspoon Salt
- ½ Teaspoon Black Pepper
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Mixing Bowls
- Measuring Spoons or Cups
- Spatula
- Chopping Board
- Knife
Instructions
- Take a round bottom saucepan or large pot and pour water in it.
- Place the chopped potatoes inside the saucepan and boil it for 10 minutes until it becomes tender. Drain the potatoes to remove the water.
- Now its time to prepare the dressing. Mix the mayonnaise and mustard.
- Mix olive oil and vinegar to it.
- Then add pepper and salt to it.
- In another bowl combine potatoes, bell pepper and onion.
- Mix the ingredients of both the bowls together gently tossing the mixture so that it mixes evenly with the potato mixture.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Your delicious Paula Deen potato salad is ready to be served.
Nutrition
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Conclusion
Now that you have approached the end of this wonderful journey, you must have noticed that there are numerous tips and tricks to follow to achieve perfection. This potato salad is more than what you generally cook at home, and once you master this recipe, it will be an achievement to flaunt.
You will be guaranteed a delicious salad if you follow the exact steps and ingredients mentioned above. However, while making this recipe, kindly keep the dietary information and nutritional values in check.
So, what are you waiting for? Gather the ingredients and give it a head start. You would want to make it again. Let me know your cooking experience in the comment section below. I will be back with more exciting recipes. Till then, happy cooking!
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