8 Simple Potato Salad Recipes You'll Want to Serve All Year Round

By Betty Gold
July 29, 2020

Potato salad is one of those sides that’s so quintessentially summer that you’ll spot a bowl of it at practically every event that involves eating, whether it's a picnic, backyard barbecue, or Netflix binge session. However, we're here to make the case that potato salad should no longer be sequestered as a summertime side. There are plenty of springy ingredients you can stir in, like peas or asparagus, and adding pumpkin plus root vegetables will winterize your spuds to a delicious degree.

When making potato salad, remember to choose the right type of potato. Waxy potatoes, like Yukon gold or red potatoes, are best for those who love contrasting textures (think firm potatoes that hold their shape and creamy dressing). Starchier potatoes, like Russets, are creamier and absorb more dressing, but they may fall apart when cooked. Also, don't forget to start boiling your spuds in cold water—this helps avoid overcooking them—and salt the water heavily. 

Whatever the occasion (or season), let these easy-to-make potato salad recipes round out your meal. 

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Herb Potato Salad

Anna Williams

Every potato salad arsenal needs at least two basic recipes: one creamy (i.e., bathed in mayonnaise), one acidic. This Herb Potato Salad is the latter. It's a deliciously mustardy, vinegary dish that adds heaps of fresh herbs—parsley, tarragon, chives, or whatever your garden offers all work—plus scallions and olive oil. 

Get the recipe: Herb Potato Salad

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Potato Salad With Bacon and Parsley

Christopher Baker

Hate mayo, love bacon? This potato salad's going to be your soulmate. It's the perfect mix of red potatoes, dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, and olive oil—just toss in a generous portion of bacon and your side is picnic-ready. 

Get the recipe: Potato Salad With Bacon and Parsley

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Creamy Potato Salad With Bacon

Con Poulos

The name says it all. This Creamy Potato Salad With Bacon packs new potatoes with mayo, sour cream, vinegar, celery, and all the fresh herbs. Oh, and don't forget bacon. Best part? It only takes 30 minutes to make.

Get the recipe: Creamy Potato Salad With Bacon

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Grilled Potato Onion Salad

Kana Okada

Grilling the onions brings out their sweetness, while the potatoes pick up a mouthwatering smoky char.

Get the recipe: Grilled Potato Onion Salad

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Baby Potato and Watercress Salad

Petrina Tinslay

Chopped hard-boiled eggs give this salad a protein boost, while the watercress adds a peppery bite.

Get the recipe: Baby Potato and Watercress Salad

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Potato Salad with Grainy Mustard Vinaigrette

Dana Gallagher

A sweet and tangy vinaigrette of honey, lemon juice, olive oil, and mustard perks up the fork-tender potatoes.

Get the recipe: Potato Salad with Grainy Mustard Vinaigrette

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Warm Smoked Trout Potato Salad

William Meppem

The flaked fish adds an intriguing smoky flavor that’s enhanced by spicy horseradish.

Get the recipe: Warm Smoked Trout Potato Salad

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Dijon Potato Salad

Dana Gallagher

Stir in some dill-pickle relish for a subtle briny touch and an unexpected crunch.

Get the recipe: Dijon Potato Salad

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