American picnic potato salad
American picnic potato salad is a classic creamy side dish made with boiled potatoes, mayonnaise, mustard, and often mixed with celery, onion, and hard-boiled eggs. It's a staple at barbecues, potlucks, and summer gatherings across the United States, with regional variations adding ingredients like pickles, bacon, or fresh herbs.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is typically high in carbohydrates from the potatoes and fat from the mayonnaise, with moderate protein from the eggs. A standard 1-cup serving generally ranges from 350 to 450 calories, providing some potassium and vitamin C from the potatoes.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 358 kcal |
| Protein | 6.5 g |
| Carbs | 27 g |
| Fat | 25 g |
| Fiber | 2.5 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 850 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin C | 10 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 2.5 mg |
| Folate | 25 mcg |
| Calcium | 50 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Phosphorus | 120 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Its cultural significance lies in being a symbol of communal, casual American dining, where recipes are often passed down through families with personal tweaks. Nutritionally, the mayonnaise base makes it more calorie-dense than vinegar-based potato salads, reflecting a preference for rich, comforting flavors in traditional picnic fare.
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