Easy creamy potato salad

User Reviews

4.5

92 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    15 mins

  • Cook Time

    1 hr

  • Additional Time

    2 hrs

  • Total Time

    1 hr 15 mins

  • Servings

    10

  • Calories

    231 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American, Vegan

Easy creamy potato salad

This creamy potato salad features large chunks of boiled potatoes tossed in a sauce made from mayonnaise, sour cream, and sweetened condensed milk with a touch of lemon juice for brightness. The inclusion of spring onions and parsley adds fresh herbaceous notes and mild pungency, creating a well-balanced salad ideal for serving chilled at gatherings or as a side dish.

Description

The easy creamy potato salad combines hearty, boiled potatoes cut into large pieces with a smooth dressing that blends mayonnaise and sour cream for richness and smooth texture. Sweetened condensed milk is incorporated to add subtle sweetness, balancing the dressing's creamy tang. Lemon juice adds acidity to brighten the flavors, while salt and black pepper allow personal seasoning adjustments. Fresh spring onions provide a crisp mild sharpness, and chopped parsley contributes herbal freshness that cuts through the creaminess.

The potatoes are boiled until tender but still hold their shape well, ensuring the salad doesn't become mushy. After mixing with the dressing and herbs, the salad chills to allow flavor melding and a refreshing coolness preferred in such dishes. This potato salad suits picnics, barbecues, or as an accompaniment on casual meals, offering a creamy yet balanced taste experience.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 8 large potato
  • cups spring onions chopped
  • 1 cup parsley chopped

For the potato salad dressing

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1-2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1-2 tsp salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place the potatoes in a large pot and fill with water, generously salt and place over high heat. 
  2. Boil the potatoes until a knife can be inserted easily. 
  3. Drain the potatoes and allow to cool to warm room temperature then peel and cut into large chunks. 
  4. Mix all the dressing ingredients together then pour over the potatoes. Add the spring onions and parsley and mix well. 
  5. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours (alternatively overnight) and serve. 

Nutrition Information

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Calories 231kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 20g (31%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 20mg (7%) Sodium 409mg (17%) Potassium 152mg (3%) Sugar 9g (18%) Vitamin A 780IU (16%) Vitamin C 12mg (13%) Calcium 77mg (8%) Iron 0.7mg (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 231 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 231kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 20g 31%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 20mg 7%
Sodium 409mg 17%
Potassium 152mg 3%
Sugar 9g 18%
Vitamin A 780IU 16%
Vitamin C 12mg 13%
Calcium 77mg 8%
Iron 0.7mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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