State Fair Potato Salad

Gluten Free
Health score
7%
State Fair Potato Salad
45 min.
8
335kcal

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Get ready to take your taste buds on a delightful journey with our State Fair Potato Salad! This vibrant and creamy dish is the perfect side to elevate any gathering, from family picnics to backyard barbecues. With a unique blend of textures and flavors, it’s no wonder why this recipe is a staple at state fairs across the country.

What sets our potato salad apart is the use of red-skinned potatoes, providing a creamy base that’s complemented by the crunch of fresh celery and the zing of sweet pickles. The addition of hard-boiled eggs not only enhances the nutritional value but also adds a rich texture that brings it all together. And let's not forget the homemade dressing that combines creamy mayonnaise with tangy buttermilk and Dijon mustard — a luscious blend that marries perfectly with the ingredients.

This gluten-free recipe is quick to prepare, taking only 45 minutes, making it a great choice for busy cooks who want to impress their guests without spending hours in the kitchen. With only 335 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free. Whether you’re serving it as a side dish at a summer cookout or just enjoying it on a cozy evening, the State Fair Potato Salad is destined to become a favorite in your repertoire. Prepare it ahead of time, chill it, and bring it back to room temperature before serving for the best experience. Dive into this classic with a twist and make your next meal unforgettable!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup buttermilk 
  • 0.5 cup celery chopped
  • teaspoons dijon mustard 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground pepper black
  •  hardboiled eggs peeled chopped
  • 0.8 cup mayonnaise 
  • 0.3 cup juices from jar of pickles sweet
  • 0.5 cup onion red chopped
  • 3.5 pounds red-skinned potatoes peeled cut into 3/4-inch pieces
  • teaspoon sugar 
  • 0.5 cup toppings: such as pickles sweet chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • pot

Directions

  1. Cook potatoes in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 10 minutes.
  2. Drain; transfer to large bowl.
  3. Drizzle pickle juices over potatoes and toss gently. Cool to room temperature.
  4. Whisk mayonnaise, buttermilk, mustard, sugar, and pepper in medium bowl to blend.
  5. Pour over potatoes.
  6. Add eggs, onion, celery, and pickles and toss gently to blend. Season to taste with salt. (Can be made 8 hours ahead. Chill. Bring to room temperature before serving.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories335kcal
Protein8.23%
Fat48.98%
Carbs42.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.26
Glycemic Load
0.82
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
13.283478405165%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.18mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Isorhamnetin
0.5mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Quercetin
3.34mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:334.86kcal
16.74%
Fat:18.48g
28.42%
Saturated Fat:3.35g
20.96%
Carbohydrates:36.32g
12.11%
Net Carbohydrates:32.39g
11.78%
Sugar:6.23g
6.92%
Cholesterol:79.86mg
26.62%
Sodium:315.61mg
13.72%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.98g
13.96%
Vitamin K:47.46µg
45.2%
Potassium:995.26mg
28.44%
Vitamin C:18.17mg
22.03%
Vitamin B6:0.39mg
19.4%
Phosphorus:175.96mg
17.6%
Manganese:0.34mg
17.03%
Fiber:3.92g
15.7%
Copper:0.29mg
14.42%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.01%
Magnesium:50.83mg
12.71%
Folate:50.34µg
12.59%
Selenium:8.55µg
12.22%
Vitamin B3:2.36mg
11.82%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.33%
Iron:1.84mg
10.22%
Vitamin B5:0.93mg
9.34%
Zinc:0.98mg
6.54%
Vitamin E:0.98mg
6.52%
Calcium:57.6mg
5.76%
Vitamin A:253.78IU
5.08%
Vitamin B12:0.28µg
4.66%
Vitamin D:0.58µg
3.9%
Source:Epicurious