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.
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!
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
How to Make Potato Salad
- Cook Potatoes: Boil 2 pounds of red potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 15 minutes).
- Prepare Ingredients: Chop 2 stalks of celery and finely chop 1/2 cup of onion.
- 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.
- Combine: Gently mix all the ingredients in the bowl until the potatoes and other ingredients are coated with the dressing and spices.
- 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.
How to Store Potato Salad
To store potato salad, follow these quick steps:
- Cool: Allow the potato salad to cool to room temperature after preparation.
- Container: Transfer the salad to an airtight container.
- Refrigerate: Place the container in the refrigerator.
- 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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No Mayo Potato Salad (with ranch dressing)
PrintIngredients
- 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.
Kelly D says
I would use Marzetti dressing in a grilled chicken and salad wrap.
Susan says
I am so ready for picnic and outdoor dining here in Wisconsin also! Potato and pasta salad are two of my summer favorites for an outdoor BBQ and I have a veggie-loaded creamy pasta salad that I make using Marzetti’s Ranch Dressing. I’m salivating just thinking out it 🙂
courtney b says
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courtney b says
I would use this make a Chinese chicken salad. I would use the ginger sauce..
i’m great at making Asian salads !: )
Thanks! xoxo
mira says
Love the recipe! And the video is awesome! Great job!
Angie@Angie's Recipes says
My PIL love potatoes. I am very sure they will love this salad!
Mary // chattavore says
Pamela, why haven’t I thought of using ranch dressing to make potato salad?!?!?!?! That sounds so good. I am not a huge fan of mayonnaise based potato salad but I make baked potato salad that has sour cream in it. I bet I’d like this!
Pamela says
Me too Mary! Mayo is probably the scariest thing in the world to me! 🙁
Jenna D says
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Jenna D says
I would use Marzetti® Simply Dressed® salad dressings on my dinner salads. We use it to dip our homemade pizza in.
Norma Chang says
Know what you mean about this cold, cold winter that refuses to leave, that’s why on Monday I blogged about Central Park’s conservatory garden. Would you believe we had snow last night and this morning every where was coated with a fresh layer of snow.
I don’t buy salad dressing but I will give Marzetti a go because of your recommendation.
Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says
love the video!! and sunglasses while cutting onions. . love it!!! I already use and love the Marzetti® Simply Dressed® salad dressings .. love your recipe. . I would try this recipe and use the dressings over salads . . I also love dipping pizza and flatbreads into the balsamic dressing!!
Jessica To says
I would add the Ranch dressing to potatoes along with cheese. My son loves this.
Mami2jcn says
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Mami2jcn says
I will make a noodle and tuna salad.
Christina Heggins | A Soulful Twist says
I like to use the entire potato in my potato salad as well, and this dressing sounds like a perfect addition!
Alison says
I tweeted https://twitter.com/sockmonkeydiva/status/583363002260307969
Alison says
I would use the Greek Feta dressing for Greek salad and Greek pizza!
Lux Ganzon says
This looks perfect. I love ranch.
Melanie says
Yum, this looks like sucha an easy but good recipe!
Thanks for sharing!
Melanie @ meandmr.com
Eileen says
Yay, salad! A nice big romaine salad with grilled chicken and ranch dressing is my choice for a nice salad creation. Thanks for the giveaway opportunity!
Elena says
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Elena says
I would use the Greek Feta dressing to make Greek salad
Shashi at RunninSrilankan says
Pamela – I love this video! Your ways to stay in shape are hilarious! Btw, this potato salad looks so creamy and dreamy – love your use of Marzetti® Simply Dressed® in it! I have been eating a ton of veggies, so I would use Marzetti® Simply Dressed® refrigerated salad dressings as a dip for veggie crudites!
The Squishy Monster says
Love your silly ways of getting in shape. I love your salad. First because it screams warmer weather= picnics!!! And second, it looks an sounds delish!
John@Kitchen Riffs says
I always cube my potatoes before boiling when making potato salad, too. Easy, isn’t it? And Marzetti is good stuff — one of the very few commercial salad dressings I buy. Haven’t tried their ranch dressing in a potato salad, but you know I will!
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says
Sign me up for ranch dressng on potatoes. Sound sperfect for a BBQ
Julie Wood says
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Julie Wood says
I am going to use the Ranch Dressing to make my Chicken Pasta salad that I make every Spring! This dressing is so good!
Lisa Brown says
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Lisa Brown says
I would use the Ginger Sesame Salad Dressing to make a chicken stir fry