Cajun Potato Salad
This bold and flavorful Cajun Potato Salad is packed with creamy mayo, Creole mustard, Cajun seasoning, crispy bacon, hard-boiled eggs, celery, and dill pickles. Perfect for BBQs, picnics, or any Southern-inspired meal.
10 Servings
Ingredients
- Red Potatoes: 3 pounds cut into 3/4-inch cubes
- Salt: Large pinch plus additional to taste
- Mayonnaise: 1 cup
- Pickle Juice: 2 tablespoons
- Creole Mustard or Spicy Brown Mustard: 2 tablespoons
- Cajun Seasoning: 1 tablespoon
- Granulated Sugar: 1 teaspoon
- Hot Sauce Optional: 1–2 teaspoons
- Black Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon or to taste
- Celery: 2–3 ribs diced
- Dill Pickles: 2 diced
- Green Bell Pepper: 1 medium diced
- Scallions: 2–3 diced
- Fresh Parsley: 1/4 cup chopped
- Hard-Boiled Eggs: 4–8 chopped
- Bacon: 6 slices cooked and crumbled
Instructions
Prepare the Potatoes:
- Place the cubed red potatoes into a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add a large pinch of salt and bring the water to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and allow the potatoes to simmer for approximately 10–12 minutes, or until they are fork-tender. Drain the potatoes thoroughly and allow them to cool for at least 5 minutes.
Prepare the Dressing:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, pickle juice, Creole mustard, Cajun seasoning, and granulated sugar. Whisk the mixture until it is smooth and thoroughly blended. If desired, add hot sauce for additional heat. Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning with salt and black pepper according to your preference.
Incorporate Additional Ingredients:
- Add the diced celery, dill pickles, green bell pepper, scallions, fresh parsley, chopped hard-boiled eggs, and crumbled bacon to the dressing. Mix gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed and coated with the dressing.
Add Potatoes and Mix:
- Transfer the warm potatoes to the bowl with the dressing and additional ingredients. Gently fold the potatoes into the mixture, ensuring they are thoroughly coated. Allow the salad to cool for approximately 10 minutes before proceeding.
Chill and Serve:
- Cover the potato salad and refrigerate it for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to develop fully. Serve chilled as a side dish to barbecue, gumbo, or various Cajun-inspired meals.
Notes
To make this Cajun Potato Salad gluten-free, ensure that all ingredients, particularly the Creole mustard, Cajun seasoning, and hot sauce, are certified gluten-free. Many store-bought seasonings may contain hidden gluten, so always verify labels before use. Additionally, if using pre-cooked bacon, confirm it is free of gluten-containing additives.