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A Hawaiian Potato Salad with a Family Twist

Hawaiian Potato Salad

This Hawaiian Potato Salad is creamy, tangy, and tropical—made with russet potatoes, crushed pineapple, and a rich mayo dressing. A perfect side dish for BBQs, picnics, or luau-inspired dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Hawaiian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

Salad Base

  • 2 lbs russet potatoes peeled and cubed
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp yellow mustard
  • ½ cup crushed pineapple drained
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs chopped
  • ¼ cup celery finely chopped
  • ¼ cup green onions chopped
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Boil the potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 10–12 minutes. Drain and let cool.
  • In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  • Add the cooled potatoes, pineapple, chopped eggs, celery, and green onions to the bowl. Mix gently to coat everything evenly.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best flavor.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a splash of pickle juice or a dash of paprika before serving. Best made a day ahead to let the flavors meld.
Keyword Picnic, Potato Salad, Vegetarian