Cajun Style Potato Salad Recipe
Spice up your side dish game with this bold and flavorful Cajun Style Potato Salad, the perfect combination of creamy comfort and zesty Southern flair. Made with tender Russet potatoes, a tangy Dijon mustard and mayonnaise dressing, and a kick of Cajun seasoning and smoked paprika, this recipe delivers rich, smoky heat in every bite. Crunchy celery, crisp green bell peppers, and a touch of red onion add freshness and texture, while chopped hard-boiled eggs and apple cider vinegar lend extra depth and tang. Ready in just 40 minutes and brimming with vibrant spices, this Southern-inspired potato salad is a crowd-pleaser for barbecues, potlucks, or any occasion. Serve it chilled and finish it with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a dish that’s as stunning as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Russet potatoes
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 2 Celery stalks, chopped
- 1 Green bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 Red onion, finely chopped
- 2 Hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Peel and dice the russet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Place them in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.
Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender but not falling apart. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, apple cider vinegar, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
Add the diced celery, green bell pepper, red onion, and hard-boiled eggs to the bowl with the dressing. Stir to combine.
Gently fold in the cooked potato cubes, being careful not to mash them. Continue folding until all the potatoes are coated with the dressing.
Taste the potato salad and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, black pepper, or Cajun seasoning as needed.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld together.
Before serving, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top for garnish, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2919 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 190.2 g | 244% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.2 g | 96% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 607 mg | 202% | |
| Sodium | 5340 mg | 232% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 268.3 g | 98% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.8 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.1 g | ||
| Protein | 42.2 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 303 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 6077 mg | 129% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
