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Potato salads have long been a part of American and European cuisine. The way soft, mushy potatoes with a mild flavour meld with herbs, mayonnaise and several ingredients to become something unbelievably delicious is just what makes potato salads a special addition to any meal.
Whether it's a backyard BBQ party, a summer potluck, or a casual family brunch, potato salads can bring new excitement to the table. Plus, the recipe is so simple, which makes it the best dish for last-minute preparation.
So, without further ado, let's jump to the different potato salad recipes and a little of their making process and how it can be a wonderful addition to the party menu.
1) Classic American Potato Salad
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An American Barbeque with potato salad is all you need to complete the party feast. This salad features boiled potatoes, red wine vinegar, ground black pepper, celery stalk, sweet pickle, scallions, fresh parsley, dijon mustard and most importantly, mayonnaise. All the ingredients are mixed together to make a delicious blend of flavours.
2) German Potato Salad
Introducing international flavours to the potato salad, the German variation includes bacon, onion, and a vinegar-based dressing instead of mayonnaise. Usually served warm, this recipe is perfect for potlucks and BBQ parties when you need something smoky to pair with the dishes. Slits of bacon add a delicious crunch to the dish, contrasting the characteristic smoothness.
3) Grilled Potato Salad
When the grill is hot, fry up some potatoes over it to make this grilled potato salad for your next BBQ party. Grilling over a fire brings a unique roasty flavour and enhances the depth of the dish. Plus, the char that comes from grilling adds a smoky layer to every bite. Just add the characteristic salad ingredient to the potatoes and eat it up!
4) Neapolitan Potato Salad
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Neapolitan or Italian potato salad features Italian herbs, green beans, olives, cherry tomatoes, red wine and vinaigrette. Again, this recipe skips the mayo completely, and instead, its flavours are characterised by the famous pizzaiola sauce. The sauce is made with ripe red tomatoes blended with garlic, oregano, and olive oil.
5) Summer Herbs Potato Salad
What's Summerfest without the refreshing summer herbs? Dedicating the flavours of salad to the feeling of Summer, this recipe features all the elaborate summertime herbs that you can get your hands on. For making the salad, the traditional mayo-based soft-boiled potato salad is enhanced with the addition of fresh herbs like parsley, dill, and chives. Dressed in a light vinaigrette of olive oil, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard, it's a vibrant, flavorful side perfect for warm-weather gatherings and barbecues.
6) Oliver Salad or the Russian Potato Salad
Olivier Salad, also known as Russian Potato Salad, is a creamy dish made with diced potatoes, carrots, peas, pickles, and boiled eggs mixed with mayonnaise. Often including meat like ham or chicken, it's a traditional festive dish in Russia, enjoyed at celebrations and gatherings.
7) French Potato Salad
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Thinly sliced baby potatoes boiled until tender and seasoned with salt, pepper, and a dash of vinegar is all it takes to make the base of classic French Potato Salad. The recipe uses a dressing made of garlicky mustard vinaigrette and red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar. Fresh herbs add the characteristic earthy notes with a refreshing summer flavour, which makes it a perfect side dish for summer brunch.
