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Family Favorite Redskin Potato Salad Recipe

Updated on July 17, 2025
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Family favorite redskin potato salad recipe

Family favorite redskin potato salad recipe

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The Best Redskin Potato Salad That’ll Replace All Others

This redskin potato salad is the recipe that will make you ditch every homemade potato salad you’ve ever made before. Yes, it’s that good. It’s simple, budget-friendly, and bursting with fresh flavor. Whether you're hosting a laid-back summer cookout or planning a festive holiday gathering, this dish checks all the boxes. It’s creamy, zesty, a little fancy (thanks to the fresh dill), and incredibly versatile. Most importantly, it seems to please every single taste bud it comes in contact with—young, old, picky eaters, and foodies alike.

In our house, this potato salad has become a staple at cookouts, barbecues, family reunions, and even casual Sunday dinners. It’s one of those dishes that people take a bite of and then pause, smile, and say, “Wait… who made this?” We’ve lovingly started calling it “the potato salad that disappears.”

While it’s fancy enough to feel like you put in extra effort, it still pairs beautifully with classic comfort foods. We love serving it alongside juicy grilled burgers, sticky saucy ribs, rib-eye steaks, fresh corn on the cob, or even something as simple as a good ol’ hot dog. And yes—it even stands tall next to Alaskan King Crab legs, believe it or not! It’s the kind of side dish that elevates every meal, without stealing the show.

One of the best parts? Kids love it too. There’s something about the creamy texture and mild flavor with just the right amount of dill and seasoning that makes it a kid-friendly winner. We've yet to meet a little one who pushes this dish aside.

If you’re feeding a big crowd, this recipe is super easy to double or even triple. In fact, even if you're not feeding an army, you might want to make extra. Leftovers (if there are any) are even better the next day, after all the flavors have had time to marry. It holds up well in the fridge for a couple of days, making it a great make-ahead option.

And here’s your friendly warning: this dish requires a strong sense of self-control if you're planning to skip second helpings. There’s something addictive about the combination of tender red potatoes, tangy dressing, crunchy veggies, and that bright herby kick. It’s creamy without being heavy, flavorful without being over-seasoned, and classic without being boring.

Whether you’re whipping it up for a potluck, picnic, or just because you’ve got a craving for something cold, creamy, and comforting, this potato salad is sure to become a favorite in your rotation. Bring it to a gathering and be prepared to share the recipe—everyone will ask.

So the next time you’re thinking of what side dish to bring or serve, skip the store-bought tubs and tired old recipes. This redskin potato salad is fresh, flavorful, and full of crowd-pleasing goodness. Once you make it, you’ll never go back—and neither will your guests.

Cook Time

Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Ready in: 40 min
Yields: Serves 6-8

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs redskin potatoes, large cubed/chopped
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1/4 cup dill, fresh and chopped
  • 1 cup Helmens light mayonnaise
  • 2-3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2-3 tablespoons 2% milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt & pepper
  • 1-2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

Redskins, dill, celery, and red onion

Family favorite redskin potato salad recipe

Make it a family favorite for your family

  1. Wash/rinse your redskin potatoes, quarter and cube them with a sharp, but safe knife. Place the potatoes in a pot of room temperature water, salt the water generously, bring to a boil, and continue to boil for another 10-15 minutes.
  2. While the potatoes are boiling, dice your red onion, celery, and dill.
  3. Make your sauce by mixing the mayo, salt, pepper, milk, and the Dijon mustard. Whisk that all together.
  4. When the potatoes are done, drain and rinse with cold water, then toss while still warm with the red wine vinegar in a large bowl.
  5. Add all remaining ingredients and toss/stir well.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator until cold. Preferably 3 hours.
  7. Salt and pepper to taste, then serve with burgers, ribs, or any other great main dish!

This content is accurate and true to the best of the author’s knowledge and is not meant to substitute for formal and individualized advice from a qualified professional.

© 2013 Rebecca

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