Southern-Style Mustard Potato Salad

Southern-Style Mustard Potato Salad recipe videos

Southern-Style Mustard Potato Salad is a creamy, tangy side dish from the American South, featuring boiled potatoes tossed in a vibrant yellow mustard-based dressing. Its typical ingredients include hard-boiled eggs, sweet pickle relish, celery, onion, and mayonnaise, creating a bold, zesty flavor profile that's a staple at barbecues and picnics.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is moderately high in carbohydrates from the potatoes and fats from the mayonnaise and eggs, with a modest amount of protein from the eggs and potatoes. A typical 1-cup serving provides around 350-450 calories, along with key nutrients like potassium, vitamin C, and choline from the eggs.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	4 g
Carbs	25 g
Fat	26 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	680 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin A	120 IU
Calcium	30 mg
Iron	1.2 mg
Vitamin B6	0.3 mg
Folate	40 mcg
Magnesium	25 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, its signature yellow mustard dressing sets it apart from other potato salads, reflecting a Southern preference for bold, tangy flavors and often incorporating regional ingredients like sweet relish. Nutritionally, the vinegar in the mustard can aid digestion and add a probiotic-like tang, while the eggs boost its nutrient density.