Cajun Potato Salad
Elevate your gatherings with this zesty Cajun Potato Salad. This dish combines tender red potatoes, crunchy celery, and hard-boiled eggs, all enveloped in a rich, creamy dressing featuring a homemade Cajun seasoning blend. Ideal for BBQs and picnics, it offers a delightful kick that makes it a crowd favorite. Quick to prepare in under 30 minutes, this salad can be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Perfect as a side for grilled meats or served on its own, this flavorful dish is sure to impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs red potatoes, cut in bite-sized pieces
- 3–4 celery stalks, chopped
- 6 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1½ tsp paprika (smoked paprika if available)
- 1/4 tsp cayenne (adjust for spice preference)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp thyme
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1 1/3 cups mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp cracked pepper
Instructions
- Boil red potatoes in salted water for 12-15 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and let cool.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and spices.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled potatoes with chopped eggs, celery, and green onions; toss with two-thirds of the dressing.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving; mix in remaining dressing just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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