26 potato salad recipes for picnics, barbecues and more

TODAY Food's potato salad recipes will complete your summertime spread. From classic mayo versions to light and tangy salads, there's something for everyone.

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There’s no question that summertime simply begs for potato salad. This warm weather staple is a mainstay at barbecues, , potlucks, and more. Whether served alongside burgers and hot dogs, whole grilled fish or even as part of a vegetarian spread, potato salad is always a welcome dinner companion.

Not only are there endless ways to gussy up potatoes for salad, but their affordability means they’re a constant come grilling season. The joy of so many potato salads is that the flavor actually intensifies with time, meaning it’s a dish best . Oftentimes, that can be a full 24 hours in advance, taking away any party prep stress.



You can make potato salad with any type of potato — Yukon Gold, fingerlings, baby potatoes, russet and even sweet potatoes. Pro tip: depending on the type of dressing you’re using, adding hot potatoes to the dressing will help the spuds to really absorb the flavor. Boiled, smashed or baked, we’ve rounded up 26 of the best potato salad recipes for every occasion.

For traditionalists, try Chef D’s Potato Salad, Loaded Potato Salad or Sunny Anderson’s Charred Onion Potato Salad. While we love mayonnaise, not everyone does. Luckily, there are great options like Easy Pesto Potato Salad, Al Roker’s Potato Salad with Lemon and Mint and Fingerling Potato Salad with Mustard and Herbs to satisfy all cravings.

If out-of-the-box options are more up your alley, consider Potato Salad with Ramp Dressing, Cauliflower ‘Potato’ Salad or Kimchi Potato Sa.