Red Potato Salad Tips
Should you peel the potatoes for this red potato salad recipe?
You don’t need to peel the potatoes for this red potato salad recipe! That’s because they have a thin skin that’s easy to bite and chew. Just be sure to give the spuds a good scrub with a veggie brush before using to remove any residue.
Is it better to boil red potatoes whole or cut up?
You can boil potatoes whole or cut up, but the process will go more quickly if they are cut.
Is it OK to boil eggs with the potatoes when making this red potato salad recipe?
Yes, it is OK to boil the eggs with the potatoes! Because the potatoes take longer to boil, add the eggs when there are 9 minutes left. If you want to try a different egg salad, then try this
deviled egg potato salad.
How long will this red potato salad recipe last in the fridge?
This red potato salad recipe will last in a covered container in the fridge for 3 to 5 days. In fact, making it ahead allows the flavors to blend nicely, giving the salad great taste! Want more
salads with red potatoes? Check out
German potato salad,
baked potato salad and
Southwestern potato salad.
What can you serve with red potato salad?
Red potato salad pairs well with so many main dishes. Try it with
fried chicken and
baked ham. Or serve the cool, creamy salad with a hot-off-the-grill fave, like
steak,
ribs or a classic
hamburger.
—Maggie Knoebel, Taste of Home Culinary Assistant and
Julie Schnittka, Taste of Home Senior Editor
Nutrition Facts
3/4 cup: 276 calories, 17g fat (3g saturated fat), 69mg cholesterol, 309mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.