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Stop Settling For Boring Potato Salad — One Ingredient Instantly Upgrades Your Recipe By Karen Hart Sept. 8, 2025 12:09 pm EST

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Nothing says outdoor barbecue like potato salad. Made with either a mayo or vinegar dressing, potato salad is a versatile side dish that is just waiting for you to put your own spin on it. If you are searching for that one ingredient that can transform a classic, creamy potato salad into a memorable bite that has everyone talking, try adding some sour cream to the mix. This dairy product, which is a favorite to add to cakes or to top off a taco, can add an unexpected tanginess to potato salad that changes the taste, the texture, and experience.

Sour cream is slightly acidic, which can balance out the fatty ric

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