Cajun Potato Salad
Cajun Potato Salad is a zesty twist on a classic dish that adds a flavorful kick to your summer gatherings. Perfect for BBQs, picnics, or potlucks, this creamy salad features the delightful combination of tender red potatoes, crunchy celery, and hard-boiled eggs, all coated in a homemade Cajun dressing. With just the right amount of spice from paprika and cayenne, this cold potato salad will impress your guests and become a staple at your dining table. Easy to prepare and even better when made ahead, Cajun Potato Salad is not only delicious but also a versatile side dish that can complement a variety of main courses.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: About 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling/Mixing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs red potatoes
- 3–4 celery stalks
- 6 hard-boiled eggs
- 2 green onions
- 1½ tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp thyme
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1 1/3 c mayonnaise
- 1/3 c sour cream
- 1 T apple cider vinegar
- 2 T Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp cracked pepper
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes in salted water for 12–15 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and let cool.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and seasonings.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled potatoes with chopped eggs, celery, and green onions.
- Toss with about two-thirds of the dressing until well coated. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Just before serving, add remaining dressing and garnish with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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