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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    15 Potato Salads That Will Steal the Show at Your Summer BBQ

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on July 23, 2025, updated July 20, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Summer BBQs are all about good food and great company, and potato salad is a classic side dish that everyone loves. With so many creative variations, you can easily find a recipe that will impress your guests. From creamy and tangy to fresh and zesty, these 15 potato salads are sure to be the highlight of your next outdoor gathering.

    Lemony Potato Salad

    Lemony Potato Salad With Fresh Herbs
    Photo Credit: Inquiring Chef.

    This potato salad features a bright lemon flavor combined with fresh herbs, giving it a refreshing twist on the classic dish. It's perfect for summer barbecues and adds a nice zing to your meal. The combination of ingredients brings a lively taste that everyone will enjoy.

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    Instant Pot Potato Salad

    Instant Pot Potato Salad
    Photo Credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    This Instant Pot potato salad is packed with flavor and provides a healthier alternative without any mayo. It's a great choice for summer BBQs, bringing a fresh and tasty side dish to the table. Enjoy the ease of preparation while still serving up something delicious.

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    Pesto Potato Salad

    Best Pesto Potato Salad
    Photo Credit: J Cooking Odyssey.

    This creamy and flavorful potato salad is perfect for summer gatherings. Made in your Instant Pot, it features fresh herbs and bright flavors that everyone will enjoy. It's a great side dish that adds a delicious touch to any BBQ.

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    Tuna Potato Salad

    Tuna Potato Salad With Dill Buttermilk Dressing
    Photo Credit: Maple + Mango.

    This tuna potato salad is a satisfying dish that's perfect for lunch or a quick dinner. It features baby potatoes, green beans, tuna, radishes, and red onion, all tossed together with a delicious dill buttermilk dressing. It's a great option for summer BBQs or any casual meal.

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    Classic French Potato Salad

    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This potato salad is creamy and flavorful, all without using mayo, eggs, or dairy. The secret is a tasty French-style Dijon mustard dressing that keeps it vegan and gluten-free. It's a great side dish for summer BBQs and perfect for anyone looking for a lighter option.

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    Greek Lentil & Potato Salad

    Greek Lentil & Potato Salad.
    Photo credit: Delish Knowledge.

    This potato salad features tasty herbed potatoes mixed with fresh veggies and dressed in a zesty lemon sauce. It's a great side dish that adds a burst of flavor to any summer BBQ. Perfect for gatherings, this salad is easy to prepare and sure to please everyone.

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    Beet and Potato Salad

    Beet and Potato Salad
    Photo Credit: Foreign Fork.

    This potato salad is a great option for everyone, whether you're vegan or vegetarian. It's versatile enough to be served warm or chilled, making it a perfect side dish for any summer BBQ.

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    Roasted Potato Salad

    25 Minute Roasted Potato Salad
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie Blog.

    This salad features crispy baby red and gold potatoes, bacon, fresh herbs, and a creamy Dijon dill dressing. It's a simple yet elegant dish that can easily elevate your summer barbecue. Just roast the potatoes in the oven, combine everything together, and you have a tasty side that everyone will enjoy.

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    Classic American Potato Salad

    Classic American Potato Salad
    Photo Credit: Urban Farmie.

    A classic American potato salad is a great addition to summer BBQs. This creamy dish includes boiled eggs and is simple to prepare in advance. It’s perfect for serving a crowd and often tastes even better the next day.

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    German Potato Salad

    German Potato Salad
    Photo Credit: Foreign Fork.

    This potato salad mixes tender potatoes with crunchy onions, crispy bacon, and fresh herbs, all tossed in a zesty vinegar dressing. It's a great side dish that pairs well with any meal. Perfect for summer barbecues, this salad adds a tasty twist to your outdoor gatherings.

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    Southern Potato Salad

    The BEST Potato Salad.
    Photo Credit: The Cookin' Chicks.

    Classic Potato Salad features Russet potatoes, hard boiled eggs, and a creamy dressing that brings everything together. This dish has been a go-to for family gatherings and summer barbecues for years. It's simple to prepare and always a hit at any gathering.

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    Apple-Potato Salad

    Apple-Potato Salad
    Photo Credit: Surprising Rrecipes.

    This potato salad is a great addition to your summer BBQ. With a mix of apples and potatoes, it’s a simple and tasty side that fits perfectly with warm weather gatherings. Enjoy this refreshing dish that everyone will love.

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    Creamy Egg Potato Salad

    Creamy Potato Salad With Eggs
    Photo Credit: Foodess.

    This creamy potato salad is easy to make and perfect for summer BBQs. It has a tangy dressing made with lemon and Greek yogurt that adds a refreshing twist. This dish is a great side that everyone will enjoy, bringing a nice touch to your outdoor gatherings.

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    Miracle Whip Potato Salad

    Classic Potato Salad
    Photo Credit: Cooking with Karli.

    This potato salad is creamy and tangy, perfect for summer gatherings. It's a great side dish that everyone will enjoy at your BBQ. With its rich flavors and satisfying texture, it pairs well with grilled meats and other summer favorites.

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    Kimchi Potato Salad

    Kimchi Potato Salad
    Photo Credit: In the Kitch.

    This dish brings together the bold flavors of spicy kimchi and the comforting creaminess of potato salad. It's a unique twist on a classic side that’s easy to whip up and great for summer get-togethers. Perfect for adding a bit of excitement to your BBQ spread, this potato salad is sure to impress your guests.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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