This is a refreshing potato salad to take along to a cookout or make it for a summer potluck event. The recipe is a family favorite, shared on our forum by Maddy. The salad is perfect for a potluck or large gathering.Â
What You'll Need
- 5 pounds red potatoes
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1 bunch of green onions, finely chopped
- chopped dill pickles. to taste
- 2 cups of mayonnaise, or to taste
- 1 package dry buttermilk ranch dressing
- 1 pound good quality flaked crabmeat
How to Make It
- Peel the potatoes, if desired. Cut the potatoes into small chunks and put in a large saucepan.
- Cover the potatoes with water and bring to a boil over high heat.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low and continue cooking for about 10 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Drain and let the potatoes cool.
- Meanwhile, chop the red and green onions and pickles. Combine the cooled potatoes with the onions and pickles in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise and ranch dressing. Whisk to blend.
- Add enough of the mayonnaise mixture to the potato mixture to flavor and moisten as desired.
- Mix all ingredients well; taste and add salt and pepper, as needed.
- Refrigerate the salad for several hours or overnight.
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Nutritional Guidelines (per serving) | |
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Calories | 536 |
Total Fat | 35 g |
Saturated Fat | 6 g |
Unsaturated Fat | 8 g |
Cholesterol | 55 mg |
Sodium | 615 mg |
Carbohydrates | 41 g |
Dietary Fiber | 5 g |
Protein | 15 g |
(The nutrition information on our recipes is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate. Individual results may vary.)