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Jamaican Potato Salad

Vibrant Jamaican Potato Salad with a Sweet Twist

This Jamaican Potato Salad is a vibrant twist on the classic that infuses gatherings with color and flavor.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Jamaican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potato Base
  • 4 cups sweet potatoes cubed
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground, to taste
For the Crunchy Veggies
  • 1 medium red onion finely diced
  • 2 stalks celery finely diced
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup sweet pickle relish or dill pickle relish
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard or Dijon mustard
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice or lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon seafood seasoning (Old Bay) or a mix of paprika, celery salt, and black pepper
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
For the Finishing Touches
  • 2 tablespoons dried parsley or fresh herbs
  • 2 tablespoons chives or scallions

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by filling a large pot with water and adding kosher salt. Bring it to a rolling boil, then add cubed sweet potatoes. Boil for about 8–10 minutes, or until they are fork-tender yet firm, then drain the potatoes and rinse them under cold water to halt the cooking process.
  2. While the sweet potatoes cool, finely dice the red onion and celery. Place them in a large mixing bowl once chopped.
  3. In the bowl with your diced onion and celery, add sweet pickle relish, yellow mustard, fresh lime juice, and seafood seasoning (Old Bay). Sprinkle in half of the dried parsley and chives for added flavor. Stir well and let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix the mayonnaise until smooth. Gradually incorporate the dressing into the blended vegetable mixture, stirring gently to ensure even distribution without mashing the vegetables.
  5. Gently fold in the cooked sweet potatoes into the dressing and vegetable mix, using a spatula to carefully lift and fold the ingredients together.
  6. Taste your salad and adjust the seasoning with extra salt and pepper, if desired. Transfer the potato salad to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for best flavor. Adjust the seasoning to your taste before serving.

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