Brazilian Potato Salad Recipe
This Brazilian potato salad is the perfect side dish to grilled meats and heavy meals. It’s light, easy to make, and tastes divine–need I say more?
Brazilian Potato Salad Recipe from My Mom
Yes, this is a family recipe, so feel special, okay! This is our classic potato salad recipe and is creamy, fun to make (and to eat), and tastes nicely salty.
Why I Want to Share This Recipe
Besides, I want to share this recipe with you because it is one of my favorite salads! In truth, I haven’t been to a family barbecue where this potato salad wasn’t being served.
Brazilian Food Balance
While Brazilian food usually has some pretty heavy dishes, we try to balance that out with light salads like this recipe as well as this Brazilian vinaigrette salsa. That’s why it tastes especially delicious with grilled meat.
Brazilian Potato Salad – Salada de Maionese
While this isn’t a super simple potato salad, it is a straightforward recipe. On top of that, it allows you to have a Brazilian BBQ experience wherever you are.
Serving Suggestions
When/What to Serve with This Brazilian Potato Salad:
- Barbecues
- Picnics
- As a side dish for your Christmas dinner
Tips for Making a Delicious Brazilian Potato Salad
- Vegetables shouldn’t be cut too small
- Vegetables should be al dente, not mushy
- Run cold water through the vegetables after cooking them
- Let the vegetables cool before adding mayo
- If vegan, use vegan mayonnaise and skip the eggs
Storage and Additional Ingredients
Can I keep this potato salad in the refrigerator?
Sure! You can store it in the fridge for up to 5 days in a tightly covered container because of the hard-boiled eggs.
More Brazilian Salads You Might Like
- Brazilian onion salad
- Brazilian chicken salad (salpicão de frango)
How to Make a Creamy Potato Salad
- Prepare the hard-boiled eggs and set aside to cool down
- Peel and cut the carrots, potatoes, and green beans
- Cook the vegetables in phases
- Mix all ingredients in a bowl
- Garnish with parsley and chill before serving. Enjoy!
Isn’t this one of the easiest potato salad recipes ever? I love it!
