Cajun Potato Salad

Elevate your picnic or barbecue spread with this bold and zesty Cajun Potato Salad! Featuring tender red potatoes dressed in a creamy blend of mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar, this recipe is packed with flavor thanks to robust Cajun seasoning and a hint of smoky paprika. Crisp celery, fresh green onions, and hearty chunks of hard-boiled eggs add layers of texture and depth, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley keeps it bright. With minimal prep and the perfect balance of savory, tangy, and spiced, this potato salad is a crowd-pleasing side dish that’s sure to steal the spotlight. Serve it chilled for ultimate flavor infusion!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Red potatoes
• 1 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 2 pieces Celery stalks
• 3 pieces Green onions
• 3 pieces Hard-boiled eggs
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Wash the red potatoes thoroughly and cut them into bite-sized pieces, leaving the skin on for texture.

Step 2

Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender but not falling apart.

Step 3

While the potatoes cook, prepare the dressing by mixing mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl. Stir until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Dice the celery stalks, slice the green onions, and chop the hard-boiled eggs into small pieces. Set aside.

Step 5

Once the potatoes are done, drain them and let them cool for 5-10 minutes. They should still be warm for better absorption of the dressing.

Step 6

Add the warm potatoes to the mixing bowl with the dressing and gently toss to coat them evenly.

Step 7

Fold in the diced celery, sliced green onions, and chopped hard-boiled eggs, being careful not to break the potatoes.

Step 8

Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or Cajun seasoning as needed.

Step 9

Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld together.

Step 10

Before serving, garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1482.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2730.3

Total Fat 195.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 851.8mg	0%
Sodium 4720.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 218.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.9g	0%
Total Sugars 14.7g
Protein 38.8g	0%

Vitamin D 150IU	0%
Calcium 272.7mg	0%
Iron 11.6mg	0%
Potassium 4412.7mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.0%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 31.4%