When the weather warms up, there’s nothing better than gathering with family and friends over simple, flavorful meals—and a great potato salad is always welcome at the table. Whether you’re planning a picnic, packing dinner for after-school sports, or hosting a backyard barbecue, these 10 easy potato salad recipes made with Little Potatoes are perfect for sunny-day meals. From creamy classics to fresh, herb-forward twists, each one is easy to prep, full of flavor, and ready to bring a little joy to your next gathering.
1. Dill Pickle Potato Salad
This Dill Pickle Potato Salad is tangy, creamy, and packed with crunchy pickle goodness—everything you want in a crowd-pleasing side, with none of the fuss. Made with Little Potatoes, this recipe is quick to prep and easy to customize. Short on time? Use your favorite store-bought ranch or dill dressing in place of the homemade one. It’s the perfect side for burgers, picnics, or make-ahead lunches that hold up great in the fridge.
2. Sun-Dried Tomato and Herb Potato Salad
Did you know we have a whole range of Little Potatoes that you can steam in the microwave in five minutes? They make the perfect base for a quick potato salad. This version uses our A Little Lemon & Garden Herb™ Microwave Ready Little Potatoes for a tangy, citrus-y base for this salad. Ready in 10 minutes and you can make it right in the tray!
3. Blue Cheese Potato Salad
This recipe uses Little Reds™, but you can use any variety of Little Potato you prefer! This easy recipe has green beans and cranberries with blue cheese for something crunchy, tangy, and a little bit sweet. This is a great option if you don’t like mayonnaise-heavy potato salads.
4. Greek Yogurt Potato Salad
Pickle enthusiasts, this salad is for you. Deliciously briny, salty dill pickles add some extra crunch to this dish.
5. Lemon Herb Potato Salad
You can speed up the cook time with this recipe by adding Microwave Ready Little Potatoes, but boiling only takes about 15 minutes. This is another mayo-free option with crunchy veggies and a lemon vinaigrette. Make it even easier by swapping in your favorite store-bought dressing!
6. Mexican Street Corn Potato Salad
This is a bold, zesty twist on a classic, made even easier with Little Potatoes. Just boil, chop, and toss with charred corn, a creamy lime dressing, and crumbly cotija cheese. You can even use frozen or canned corn and store-bought dressing in a pinch. It’s the kind of crowd-pleasing side that works just as well at a barbecue or cookout as it does in tomorrow’s lunchbox.
7. Greek Potato Salad
This Greek Potato Salad is a light, tangy, no-mayo twist on a summer classic—perfect for busy weeknights, warm-weather lunches, or meal prep. Little Potatoes make it even easier: no peeling, no fuss, just boil, chop, and toss with a quick homemade dressing, crunchy cucumbers, tomatoes, and briny olives. Swap in your favorite store-bought Greek vinaigrette or use pre-chopped veggies to save even more time.
8. Mixed Green Salad with Garlic Dijon Dressing
With Little Potatoes, radishes, and cucumbers, this mixed green salad has a tangy Dijon dressing that would pair nicely with just about any main dish, or you can add some sliced chicken or shrimp to make it a full meal.
9. Easy As 1-2-3 Potato Salad
This easy potato salad is the kind of no-fuss, crowd-pleasing side dish that fits perfectly into a busy family’s routine. Made with A Little Savory Herb™ Microwave Ready Little Potatoes, crisp celery, and eggs. Need to save even more time? Use store-bought dressing or pre-cooked eggs to simplify prep. It’s make-ahead friendly, portable, and guaranteed to disappear fast at your next barbecue or potluck.
10. Classic Potato Salad
And finally, a classic recipe just like Grandma used to make. Potato salad, with all the fixings and topped with fresh dill. It’s nostalgic, easy to make, and kid-approved.
