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Red Potato Salad Perfect for potlucks, BBQs, picnics, and more. Potato salad and summer cookouts go hand in hand. No outdoor picnic or barbecue would be complete without the starchy side. Should you use red or white potatoes for potato salad? We love the firm texture of red potatoes—they won’t get too mushy when cooked and the colorful skins don’t even need to be peeled. It makes for a vibrant and bright BBQ side dish.
If you can’t find red potatoes, you can also use other waxy potatoes, such as Yellow Finn or Yukon Gold. Should you cut potatoes before boiling for potato salad? What makes this best red potato salad so easy to make is that if you’re using small potatoes, you don’t even need to cut them before boiling them. The skins of the potatoes actually act as a nice little barrier that allows the potato to steam inside itself, rather than getting water-logged. Should potato salad be cold or hot? We love the creamy, cold contrast that this red potato salad provides to hot grilled meats, burgers, and ribs. While most potato salads can be served cold, some potato salads, like German potato salad, is often dressed in a vinaigrette and served warm.
