15 Potluck-Worthy Potato Salad Recipes

Because they're easy to make, filling, and can feed a crowd, potato salads are the quintessential make-ahead salad for potlucks, picnics, BBQs, and more. Whether you prefer creamy, tangy, or crunchy, you're guaranteed to find some new favorites in this collection of outstanding potato salad recipes.

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Recipe and photo credit: Unique Cooks

Grilled Corn Potato Salad

This grilled corn potato salad is smoky, fresh and tossed in a tangy mustard dressing. Perfect for BBQs, picnics and summer dinners!

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Potato Salad with Dill Pickles

This creamy potato salad has all the best parts of the classic salad, with the addition of a healthy dose of dill pickles to take it over the top.

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Potato Salad with Asparagus

This spring-inspired potato salad with asparagus showcases baby potatoes and crisp-tender fresh asparagus in the best possible way. See for yourself.

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Recipe and photo credit: xoxo Bella

Crispy Smashed Potato Salad

The bold flavors of roasted garlic, fresh herbs, lemon, and a creamy dressing makes this salad of smashed potatoes one of the most popular side dishes ever.

Get the recipe: Crispy Smashed Potato Salad

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Recipe and photo credit: The Chaotic Table

French Potato Salad

French potato salad is what I make when I want a potato salad that feels a little lighter but still has plenty of flavor. Instead of a creamy mayonnaise dressing, the warm potatoes soak up a simple vinaigrette made with Dijon mustard, fresh herbs, and olive oil.

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Recipe and photo credit: Little Black Skillet

Red, White, and Blue Cheese Potato Salad with Bacon

Flavored with blue cheese dressing, herbs, and crispy bacon, this is the best potato salad! The colorful potato salad recipe is sure to be the hit at your next cookout. And, since the flavors only improve over time, it’s the perfect make-ahead side dish.

Get the recipe: Blue Cheese Potato Salad with Bacon

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Recipe and photo credit: The Short Order Cook

Italian Green Bean and Potato Salad

This easy side dish recipe for Italian green bean and potato salad is a summer favorite. It's made with plenty of fresh veggies, no mayonnaise, and tons of flavor.

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Recipe and photo credit: Kim Schob

Jalapeno Popper Potato Salad

Jalapeño popper potato salad takes a classic cookout side dish and gives it a creamy cheesy upgrade with bacon, cheddar and jalapeños. A tasty side that’s far more interesting than plain potato salad.

Get the recipe: Jalapeño Popper Potato Salad

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Recipe and photo credit: The Peasant's Daughter

Traditional German Potato Salad

A favorite side dish is a classic German potato salad with contrasting savory and fresh flavors. This traditional and authentic recipe will help you make the best version possible.

Get the recipe: German Potato Salad

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Recipe and photo credit: The Cookin' Chicks

Ultimate Potato Salad

Ultimate potato salad includes hard-boiled eggs, celery, onion, and flavor that is sure to be the hit of any BBQ, picnic, or potluck!

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Recipe and photo credit: Crayons and Cravings

Red Skinned Potato Salad

Level up your cookout game with this scrumptious potato salad! Perfectly tender red potatoes are tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing and chilled to perfection, creating a side dish that’s absolutely irresistible. Pair it with your favorite grilled meats like burgers, hot dogs, or BBQ chicken, and watch it become an instant crowd-pleaser.

Get the recipe: Red Skinned Potato Salad

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Recipe and photo credit: Life As A Strawberry

Greek Yogurt Potato Salad

This easy, creamy Greek yogurt potato salad is full of flavor and easy to make ahead of time! It's loaded with red potatoes and plenty of fresh dill.

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Recipe and photo credit: Budget Delicious

Loaded Ranch Potato Salad

Creamy ranch potato salad is a tasty twist on the classic. Made with pantry staples and minimal prep, the whole family will love this recipe!

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Recipe and photo credit: Profusion Curry

Classic Creamy Potato Salad

Classic potato salad is an inexpensive 6-ingredient salad full of creamy texture, tangy flavors, and comforting goodness of homemade cooking. It includes boiled potatoes and eggs with delicious creamy dressing of mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, celery, pickles, and fresh herbs. 

Get the recipe: Classic Creamy Potato Salad

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Recipe and photo credit: Spend With Pennies

Sweet Potato Salad

This delicious sweet potato salad recipe is not only colorful but it’s loaded with flavor! A combination of roasted sweet potatoes, bell peppers, corn, and celery is tossed in a quick homemade dressing. 

Get the recipe: Sweet Potato Salad