McAlister’s Potato Salad Recipe
Discover how to make McAlister's Potato Salad with our easy, step-by-step recipe that guarantees flavor-packed results every time!
Equipment
- A large pot for boiling potatoes
- A colander for draining
- A mixing bowl, large enough to give you good mixing space
- A chopping board and a sharp knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Potatoes peeled
- 4 Eggs hard-boiled
- 1 cup Celery finely chopped
- 1/4 cup Red onion finely diced
- 1/4 cup Sweet pickle relish
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
- Paprika for garnishing
Instructions
Step 1 – Prepare the Potatoes
- Boil the potatoes until they are just tender, about 10 minutes after the water starts boiling.
- Drain and let them cool slightly before cutting into cubes.
- Note: Cutting the potatoes while they’re a bit warm helps them absorb more flavor.
Step 2 – Mix the Ingredients
- In your large mixing bowl, combine the cubed potatoes, chopped celery, diced red onion, and sweet pickle relish.
- Add the chopped hard-boiled eggs to the bowl.
Step 3 – Dress It Up
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour this dressing over the potato mixture and gently stir to combine. Be careful not to mash the potatoes.
- Warning: Always taste your salad before adding extra salt, as the relish and mustard already contain sodium.
Step 4 – Chill and Serve
- Sprinkle paprika over the top for a bit of color and extra flavor.
- Refrigerate the salad for at least an hour before serving to let the flavors meld together.
Notes
- If you prefer a crunchier texture, add extra celery or some chopped bell peppers.
- For a healthier version, substitute half the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.