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No Mayo Potato Salad (with ranch dressing)

20 minutes
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By: Pamela Reed
Posted:1/5/18
Updated:8/8/23
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Creamy No Mayo Potato Salad made with ranch dressing instead of mayonnaise.  Tender red potatoes are boiled to perfection, mingle with crisp celery and finely chopped onion and then covered in 3/4 cup of Ranch Salad Dressing.

red potatoes with ranch dressing potato salad in bowl.

No Mayo Potato Salad

I know not everyone loves potato salad made with mayonnaise, so to make it super creamy we’re going to use ranch salad dressing instead!

This potato salad is made in 20 minutes and only uses 6 ingredients.  And what a bonus, no peeling potatoes, we’re just washing and cubing these red potatoes up!  With every bite you’re going to get a nice crunch due to the celery and onion.

Looking for more creamy potato recipes? Try my Creamed Potatoes and Peas and Zucchini Potato Casserole too!

creamy potato salad made with ranch dressing in bowl.

Ingredients

Here’s what you need to make this creamy potato salad.

  • red potatoes
  • celery
  • onion (green or yellow)
  • ranch salad dressing
  • chili powder
  • salt & pepper
chopped red potatoes on cutting board.

How to Make Potato Salad

  1. Cook Potatoes: Boil 2 pounds of red potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 15 minutes).
  2. Prepare Ingredients: Chop 2 stalks of celery and finely chop 1/2 cup of onion.
  3. Mix Dressing: In a large bowl, combine the cooked potatoes, celery, onion, 3/4 cup of Ranch Salad Dressing, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, and salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Combine: Gently mix all the ingredients in the bowl until the potatoes and other ingredients are coated with the dressing and spices.
  5. Serve or Chill: Serve the potato salad immediately, or for a chilled option, refrigerate the salad for about 2 hours before serving.

Remember to store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 3-5 days.

chopped red potatoes in potato salad with celery.

How to Store Potato Salad

To store potato salad, follow these quick steps:

  1. Cool: Allow the potato salad to cool to room temperature after preparation.
  2. Container: Transfer the salad to an airtight container.
  3. Refrigerate: Place the container in the refrigerator.
  4. Consume: Enjoy within 3-5 days for optimal freshness.

By following these simple steps, you’ll keep your potato salad safe and delicious for longer periods.

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Creamy No Mayo Potato Salad made with ranch dressing instead of mayonnaise.  Tender red potatoes are boiled to perfection, mingle with crisp celery and finely chopped onion and then covered in 3/4 cup of Ranch Salad Dressing.
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No Mayo Potato Salad (with ranch dressing)

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Creamy No Mayo Potato Salad made with ranch dressing instead of mayonnaise.  Tender red potatoes are boiled to perfection, mingle with crisp celery and finely chopped onion and then covered in 3/4 cup of Ranch Salad Dressing.
By: Pamela Reed
Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes
Total Time 20 minutes minutes
serves 8

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds red potatoes washed and cut into bite size pieces
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
  • 1/2 cup onion (green or yellow) finely chopped
  • ¾ cup Ranch Salad Dressing
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • salt + pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Bring pot of salted water to boil and add potatoes. Add the potatoes and simmer runtil they a fork easily slides in, about 15 minutes. Drain and place them in a large bowl.
  • Add celery, onion, ranch dressing, chili powder and salt and pepper into the bowl and mix to fully coat the potatoes.
  • Serve immediately or if preferred chilled, put in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian
Keyword: no mayo potato salad
Vegetarian Fall, Summer
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  1. Angela Saver says

    June 1, 2015 at 12:00 am

    I tweeted – https://mobile.twitter.com/saverang/status/605222021140586496?p=p

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    Reply
  2. Angela Saver says

    May 31, 2015 at 11:56 pm

    I would use Marzetti® Simply Dressed Ranch Dressing on our Turkey Bacon Wraps & to top our Spinach Salad!

    [email protected]

    Reply
  3. Stephanie Larison says

    May 31, 2015 at 10:11 pm

    I’m on a diet right now, so I’d use it on a chef salad, yum!

    Reply
  4. Sabrina P says

    May 31, 2015 at 7:45 pm

    Ranch in potato salad is so yummy.

    Reply
  5. Veronica Garrett says

    May 31, 2015 at 7:35 pm

    I would use the Ranch Dressing on my grilled chicken salad.

    Reply
  6. Birdiebee says

    May 31, 2015 at 6:40 pm

    Tweeted.

    https://twitter.com/birdiebee52/status/605141603603222528

    Reply
  7. Birdiebee says

    May 31, 2015 at 6:38 pm

    I will use the Ranch Dressing to make a cream potato salad. I have never thought about using ranch in potato salad until I saw this recipe. It looks so yummy.

    Reply
  8. CharityS says

    May 31, 2015 at 6:27 pm

    http://twitter.com/ccboobooy/status/605138389046804481

    Reply
  9. CharityS says

    May 31, 2015 at 6:25 pm

    I’ll use it to make a creamy and delicious macaroni salad.

    Reply
  10. Tara O. says

    May 31, 2015 at 4:48 pm

    I will use it to make a delicious veggie pasta salad!

    Reply
  11. sheila ressel says

    May 31, 2015 at 4:24 pm

    I tweeted: https://twitter.com/slr8/status/605107401352736768

    Reply
  12. sheila ressel says

    May 31, 2015 at 4:20 pm

    I would use the greek feta dressing for pasta salads, greek salads and on sandwiches.

    Reply
  13. Rosie says

    May 31, 2015 at 3:40 pm

    mmm that potato salad is a must do for this dressing! I like to make regular salad and pasta salads with Marzetti dressing!!! It elevates the usual into something special and no work for me!

    Reply
  14. Sarah L says

    May 31, 2015 at 3:34 pm

    https://twitter.com/slehan/status/605093551353913344

    Reply
  15. Sarah L says

    May 31, 2015 at 3:20 pm

    I enjoy a fresh salad with ingredients from my local Farmer’s Market. I like the Marzetti Simply Dressed Balsamic Vinaigrette.
    Thanks for the contest.

    Reply
  16. Claudia Davis says

    May 31, 2015 at 3:01 pm

    https://twitter.com/davisesq212/status/605084436778975232

    Reply
  17. Claudia Davis says

    May 31, 2015 at 2:55 pm

    I would use it marinate chicken.

    Reply
  18. sheila k says

    May 31, 2015 at 2:50 pm

    Ginger Sesame Salad dressing to make chicken and fried won ton salad.

    Reply
  19. Cathy Truman says

    May 31, 2015 at 2:35 pm

    We like to make salads from items in our garden ,lettuce, onions, green peppers,
    and tomatoes and fresh corn off the cobb and I add chicken breasts and bacon
    The Ranch Dressing would be perfect for our salads.

    Reply
  20. Carolyn D says

    May 31, 2015 at 12:15 pm

    I believe the Marzetti ranch dressing would make a great substitute in place of sour cream on tacos.

    Reply
  21. heather s says

    May 31, 2015 at 11:42 am

    I would use Ranch to make dips for veggies

    Reply
  22. Bert Ruiz says

    May 31, 2015 at 11:18 am

    tweet https://twitter.com/iamdadtastic/status/605030379137810432

    Reply
  23. Bert Ruiz says

    May 31, 2015 at 11:06 am

    I would use Marzetti Simply Dressed® refrigerated salad dressing to make a Chicken Caesar Salad

    Reply
  24. WHITNEY says

    May 31, 2015 at 9:57 am

    https://twitter.com/electricstar/status/605010215281369088 – I sent a tweet!

    Reply
  25. WHITNEY says

    May 31, 2015 at 9:57 am

    I would love to try the ranch dressing on my grilled chicken salads that I take to work for lunch each day!

    Reply
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