Traditional Jamaican Potato Salad with Scallions
A flavorful and creamy Jamaican potato salad featuring tender potatoes and fresh scallions, perfect as a side dish for any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Jamaican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
- 4 scallions, finely chopped
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Place the diced potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil.
- Cook the potatoes for about 10-12 minutes until tender but firm. Drain and let cool completely.
- In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, pepper, and paprika if using. Mix well.
- Once the potatoes are cool, add them to the dressing along with the chopped scallions and parsley.
- Gently fold the ingredients together until potatoes are evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature as a delicious side dish.
Notes
For extra flavor, add diced boiled eggs or a touch of grated Jamaican allspice to the salad before serving.