Perfect Ranch Potato Salad
on May 14, 2025
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Creamy & flavorful Perfect Ranch Potato Salad recipe! Easy to make with red potatoes, celery, dill, and tangy red wine vinegar. A crowd-pleasing side!
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What Makes This Recipe Great
Summer barbecues, potlucks, and casual weeknight dinners just got a whole lot better! Forget boring, bland potato salad. This recipe for Perfect Ranch Potato Salad combines the creamy tang of buttermilk ranch with the satisfying crunch of celery and the fresh flavors of dill and parsley. It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser and surprisingly easy to make.
This isn’t your average potato salad. The creamy ranch dressing, crunchy celery, and fresh herbs create a symphony of flavors and textures that will have everyone asking for the recipe. So, grab your ingredients and get ready to make the Perfect Ranch Potato Salad – your new go-to side dish!
Ingredient List
- Red Potato– medium or small red potatoes will be good
- Buttermilk Ranch– you can find buttermilk ranch in the fridge section or make your own with a ranch packet
- Celery– be sure to chop the celery into smaller pieces
- Parsley– make sure you use fresh for this recipe, it will truly make a difference
- Dill
- Red Wine Vinegar
- Pickled Onion
Step By Step
- Cook the Potatoes Just Right: Place the chopped red potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold, salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are tender but still firm – you should be able to easily pierce them with a fork, about 12-15 minutes. Drain the potatoes well and let them cool slightly. Pro Tip: Starting with cold water helps the potatoes cook evenly.
- Prep the Freshness: While the potatoes are cooling, chop the celery, fresh parsley, and fresh dill.
- Assemble the Magic: In a large bowl, gently combine the slightly cooled potato chunks, chopped celery, parsley, and dill.
- Dress it Up: Pour in the buttermilk ranch dressing and red wine vinegar. Stir gently until all the ingredients are well coated. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed – you might want a pinch more salt or pepper.
- Chill Out (for the Best Flavor): Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. For the best results, chill for 1-2 hours.
- Garnish and Serve: Just before serving, garnish your Perfect Ranch Potato Salad with tangy pickled onions for an extra layer of flavor and visual appeal.
Pro Tip
- This salad actually tastes even better after the flavors have had a chance to meld in the refrigerator, making it the perfect make-ahead dish for any occasion.
- Add Some Protein: Cooked and crumbled bacon, shredded chicken, or hard-boiled eggs would be delicious additions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use different potatoes?
- While red potatoes are our go-to for their creamy texture and thin skin, you can also use Yukon Gold or even fingerling potatoes. Adjust cooking time accordingly.
More and More Types of Potatoes
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Perfect Ranch Potato Salad
Ingredients
- 5 lbs red potatoes, chopped
- 1 cup buttermilk ranch dressing
- 2 cups chopped celery
- ¼ cup chopped parsley
- 2 tbsp chopped dill
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- Pickled onions, to garnish
Instructions
- Fill a pot with water and bring to a boil.
- Add some salt to the pot and add in chopped red potatoes.
- Boil potatoes for about 8 minutes or until fork tender, then strain and add to a large bowl.
- Use a potato masher to mash half of the potatoes slightly.
- Add ranch dressing and toss to coat the potatoes.
- Add in celery, parsley, dill and red wine vinegar and stir to combine.
- Season to taste with salt – potatoes love salt so make sure to add enough!
- Pickled onions are great to have at the party to top the potato salad.
