Mamaw Thelma's Instant Potato Salad

10 Reviews

Prep: 15 min
Ready In: 15 min

“This recipe was shown to me by my husband's grandmother. I make this on the family cookouts and holidays. It's very easy and only takes a few minutes to complete it. The family just loves it.” - by Traycee

Ingredients

2 cups warm water
1 cup instant potato flakes
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1/2 cup milk
1 tablespoon dill pickle relish
1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
1 small onion, chopped
salt and pepper to taste

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Directions

Pour 2 cups of warm water into a bowl. Stir in the instant potato flakes until well blended. Mix in the mayonnaise, milk, relish, mustard and onion. Season with salt and pepper. Mix well, and refrigerate until needed.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (4 total)

Calories
90 cal
4%

Fat
3.4 g
5%

Carbs
13 g
4%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Reviews (10)

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MELLO 57

Nov. 19, 2005

"I wanted to like this. Flakes never softened. It's a great idea- but next time I would cook the instant potatoes in the microwave like I usually do, then add the mayo, relish, mustard, & onion...." See more"

Traycee

Aug. 21, 2005

"Oh this is a very great recipe...quick and easy......" See more"

soupisgoodfood33

Sep. 24, 2009

"ive made this type of potato salad with leftover mashed potatoes. this version is ok it didnt have alot of taste i had alot leftover. i wont make it again but its an ok idea...." See more"

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