Instant Pot Potato Salad is quick, easy and ready in less than 30 minutes in the pressure cooker. My secret ingredient makes this the best Potato Salad around.
Instant Pot Potato Salad
Get this. Fully prepared potato salad in under 30 minutes when you use your Instant Pot, Mealthy MultiPot or Pressure Cooker.
I kid you not. You will cook the eggs and potatoes at the same time AND in the same pot.
Back in 1997 I began showing Tonkinese cats in CFA. My first cat was named Oliver Twist.
Another Tonkinese breeder named Carol Mackay was there and taught me some stuff about showing cats. It was way more involved that I had ever realized.
As I got to know the other Tonkinese breeders and started hanging out with them and benching with them, each show, we would bring food to share. Carol’s specialty was deviled eggs. Hers were the best I have ever had.
Carol passed away 18 years ago from stomach cancer. My Instant Pot Potato Salad recipe is dedicated to her, as I used many of the ingredients she used in her deviled eggs.
Cast of Ingredients for Instant Pot Potato Salad
My Instant Pot Potato Salad recipe is so very easy and the eggs cook with the potatoes right in the Instant Pot, Mealthy MultiPot or Pressure Cooker.
Ingredients for Instant Pot Potato Salad
- Potatoes
- Eggs
- Onion
- Pickles
- Mayonnaise
- Mustard
- TOG Seasoning and Salt
I’ll show you two ways of cooking the eggs. Both are fantastic.
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I get so many comments and questions on my posts, so I try to provide as much information as possible about the recipe to help you, my readers.
I try to provide as many tips and tricks and answer anticipated questions, so your recipe will be the best, the very first time, including how and why my methods work. This extra bit of information should help to provide you with a perfect cooking experience every time.
If you would rather skip right to the recipe or video, please scroll to the bottom of this page, where you will find the full and complete printable recipe.
Soak Potatoes in Water Image
Chop the potatoes into cubes. For really delicious Instant Pot Potato Salad make sure to soak the potatoes in a medium mixing bowl full of water for 30 minutes to remove some starch.
Soak Potatoes Before Cooking
- If you soak the potatoes for 30 minutes, much of the starch will rinse away.
- The potatoes will be much fluffier and tastier.
You don’t have to soak the potatoes, but trust me, it does make a difference!
Some people like to leave the skins on for Instant Pot Potato Salad. Try it both ways and see which you prefer.
Grease a Loaf or Round Pan Well
Can Eggs Be Cooked at the Same Time as Potatoes for Instant Pot Potato Salad?
- Yes.
- You can cook the eggs at the same time and then peel off the shells.
- Another way incorporates my Instant Pot Hard Boiled Egg Loaf recipe.
The recipe card below will explain both ways to cook the eggs for Instant Pot Potato Salad.
If you do go with the egg loaf recipe, make sure to grease a loaf pan with coconut oil, or the oil of your choice. Eggs stick a whole heck of a lot.
You can use my egg loaf method with my Pressure Cooker Classic Red Bliss Potato Salad (Instant Pot) recipe too!
Crack the Eggs into the Loaf Pan
Genius right!
I like extra eggs in my Potato Salad Recipe. Other prefer to use just four. Six is good too.
We love eggs and with Carol in mind, I created this Pressure Cooker Low Carb Deviled Egg Salad Roll Ups recipe. It’s delish and low carb.
Another great potato salad recipe to make is my Instant Pot Classic Red Bliss Potato Salad, recipe. Skins on is a must here.
For those who want to add a little fiber and health, check out my Instant Pot Potato Salad with Carrots recipe, so that you can sneak in a vegetable.
Place Loaf Pan on Top of Chopped Potatoes
So, if you are preparing for a picnic, don’t forget about my Instant Pot Pressure Cooker Baked Beans. They are one of my most popular recipes.
If you like the loaf pan in the photo above, here is the link to buy it.
Steaming the potatoes above water is really the only way to go, so that the potatoes do not become waterlogged.
In the photo you see my RSVP steamer basket, but since this recipe was created, I now much prefer the Salbree Steamer/Strainer Basket. It is the original of this type and comes in three sizes, to fit any size Instant Pot, Mealthy MultiPot or Pressure Cooker you own.
Place Eggs on top of Potatoes
This is the Old Fashioned way to cook the Eggs with the Potatoes.
It will work out well too, but then you have to deal with pealing the Shells. For a whole pot of hard boiled eggs to keep in the fridge for snacks, Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs (Pressure Cooker) use my recipe. It’s the most popular around and you don’t need to watch the clock or use an ice bath.
Whisk up the Potato Salad Dressing
While the eggs and potatoes are cooking, it is a great time to prepare the dressing. I use my Rösle stainless steel flat whisk to make quick work of it.
What makes my Instant Pot Potato Salad really special is my TOG House Seasoning in place of regular salt.
This is a nice combination of seasonings, including celery seed, which gives the potato salad a wonderful taste.
This is where my recipe really stands out. My This Old Gal Seasoned Salt really kicks up my Instant Pot Potato Salad to a whole other level!
Try it and let me know what you think. Otherwise, just use plain ole table salt. 😉 Lawry’s Seasoned Salt can be used in case you don’t happen to have my TOG on hand…but, truth be told, the TOG House Seasoning is better than Lawry’s.
Put it All Together
The dressing melts right into the warm potatoes.
A baking rack is the fasted way to chop the eggs. However, for larger chunks of eggs, just hand chop.
Make sure to save some slices to garnish.
Love side dishes? You are in luck. There are hundreds on my to drool over on my blog.
Instant Pot Potato Salad
Sprinkle with Paprika for color, if desired.
More Instant Pot Potato Recipes to Make
- Pressure Cooker Syracuse Salt Potatoes from New York
- Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes (Pressure Cooker)
- Pressure Cooker Sweet Potato Casserole (Instant Pot)
- Pressure Cooker Turkey Meatloaf & Potatoes {Instant Pot}
This Instant Pot Potato Salad pairs nicely with My Favorite BBQ Baby Back Ribs.
Kitchen Equipment and Essentials
- Instant Pot, Mealthy MultiPot or Pressure Cooker
- J.A. Henckels Classic 7-inch Hollow Edge Santoku Knife
- Amco Advanced Performance 18/10 Stainless Steel Measuring Spoons
- Culina Stackable (Dry) Stainless Steel Measuring Cups
- Anchor Hocking Glass (Liquid) Measuring Cups
- Rösle Stainless Steel Flat Whisk – a MUST have, probably my most used utensil
- Alpha Armour Salt Box with Spoon
- Bellemain Porcelain Ramekins
- John Boos Maple Wood Cutting Board
- Salbree Steamer Basket
- Small Size Loaf Pan
- 1.5 Quart Stainless Steel “Pot in Pot” Bowl
- This Old Gal’s Homemade Seasoned Salt
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Here’s the handy printable recipe:
Instant Pot Potato Salad
Print Pin RateIngredients
- 2.5 pounds Russet Potatoes (peeled/cubed)
- 1 1/2 cups Water
- 4-6 Eggs
Dressing
- 3/4 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 Tablespoons Fresh Flat Leaf Parsley (chopped)
- 2 Tablespoons Dill Pickles (chopped)
- 1 stallk Fresh Celery (chopped)
- 1/4 cup Scallions (chopped)
- 1 Tablespoon Yellow Mustard
- 1 Tablespoon Fresh Dill Weed (optional)
- 2 teaspoon TOG House Seasoning (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon Dill Pickle Juice
- 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt
Garnish
- 1/2 - 1 teaspoon Paprika
Tools
Instructions
- Place raw potatoes in water and allow to soak for 30 minutes. Generously grease Loaf Pan and crack in Eggs.**
- Add 1.5 cups of water to Pressure Cooker cooking pot. Drain potatoes and place into Steamer Basket. Place Steamer Basket into cooking pot. Place Loaf Pan on top of Steamer Basket.
- Lock on lid and close Pressure Valve. Cook on High Pressure for 4 minutes. When Beep sounds, do a Quick Release.
- While Potatoes and Eggs are cooking, mix together dressing ingredients and set aside.
- Place Potatoes into Large Mixing Bowl. Fold out eggs onto Baking Rack. Carefully incorporate dressing into Potatoes. Place Baking Rack over bowl of Potatoes and push through grates. Sprinkle with Paprika.
- Cover the bowl and place in refrigerator to chill, until ready to serve.
Notes
What to Serve with Instant Pot Potato Salad
Nutrition
Originally published March 23, 2016. Republished May 9, 2019.
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Karen Knapp says
June 1, 2019 at 3:46 pmI’ve made this recipe several times,and made it again today. I added chopped sweet pickles, sliced ripe and green olives, and a bit of sour cream to the dressing. We just finished dinner and my husband commented that this is the best version of potato salad I’ve made. Where we live, it’s getting warm and humid, so cooking becomes minimal. This is a good meal for us, accompanied by a rotisserie chicken, some sliced tomatoes and some watermelon. And I have a pint jar of TOG seasoning. I made a big batch and use it often – like Lawry’s, but much better. Thanks, Jill!
Jill says
June 3, 2019 at 1:52 amHi Karen. What nice comments. Thank you so much. I am glad you enjoy the potato salad and seasoning. Jill
Debbie says
May 10, 2019 at 11:49 amYou are a GENIUS for preparing the potatoes, with the eggs in the Instant Pot!!! I am trying this for tonight, and not telling my hubby (he has a favorite recipe of mine) that I used a new recipe. 🙂
Thank you for sharing, and for all the time you put into your site!!! Blessings!
Jill says
May 10, 2019 at 9:10 pmThank you so much, Debbie. Jill
Shari Butler-Wade says
April 27, 2019 at 2:49 pmMade this recipe 3 times last year and won’t make any other. Delicious!
Jill says
April 27, 2019 at 6:33 pmThank you so much, Shari. I am glad you enjoy the recipe. Jill
Luan Bernhardt says
April 7, 2019 at 4:36 pmYour recipe heading for Instant Pot Potato Salad says to cook 4 minutes and then “pressure release” for 1 min. but the recipe directions say to cook 4 min. and then “Quick Release”. I’m not sure what you mean or which times are correct or are they the same? Am anxiously waiting for your answer as I LOVE potato salad. Thanks
Jill says
April 8, 2019 at 2:09 amQuick release is fine. The one minute in the heading is how long it takes for the pressure to release using a quick release. Jill
Susan says
December 28, 2018 at 10:50 amI’m a bit confused…you put the potatoes thru the baking rack after tossing with the dressing??
Jill says
December 28, 2018 at 3:41 pmNo, the potatoes don’t go through the baking rack. Jill
Andrea Barber says
July 20, 2018 at 10:39 amOOOOOOOOOOH MY GOODNESS! This was such a huge hit at my family’s bbq. People who typically don’t like potato salad raved. I cooked the eggs directly on top of the potatoes. It could not have been easier and was sooooo delicious!
Jill says
July 21, 2018 at 12:45 amHi Andrea. I am glad the potato salad was a hit. Jill
Michelle says
July 15, 2018 at 5:37 amThis potato salad is the best I’ve ever made! Sometimes I use red onion instead of scallions. I also have used sweet relish instead of dill. I also use light mayo, and it tastes wonderful, especially with the eggs. Yum!!
Jill says
July 15, 2018 at 12:45 pmThank you, Michelle. Jill
Barbara says
July 4, 2018 at 3:40 pmMy exact recipe with two exceptions. I use cucumber chips and juice instead of the dill pickle and juice. And I like to add 2-3 strips of bacon crumbled. The only recipe I use.
Yolnada says
July 1, 2018 at 4:49 pmI love your potato salad. I think I won’t be using any other recipe. The dressing was perfect!
May says
June 24, 2018 at 7:50 amI am so pleased with this recipe. I did make the TOG seasoning salt mixture, which makes quite a bit more than what is needed for dressing in this recipe. It is a nice blend and we will use it. I didnt have a loaf pan to cook the eggs in, so I formed one out of foil which I sprayed with nonstick. Worked perfect! We did double the celery and the pickle, just personal preference.
Jill says
June 24, 2018 at 3:18 pmI am so glad you enjoyed the recipe and the seasoning. 🙂 Jill
Andrea says
June 21, 2018 at 8:07 amDo you have to put the potatoes in that little strainer thing or can you just put the potatoes on the bottom of the IP with water?
Lise says
May 30, 2018 at 12:24 pmI made this today, it’s cooling now waiting for supper. I didn’t have a small loaf pan so used a small steel bowl and instead of messing up a whole cooling rack, I used my wire pastry cutter to chop up the eggs. Though I’ve never heard of putting the dressing in ‘hot’ potatoes I followed instructions….I’ll have to make another half recipe of dressing and mix in before I serve…..the hot potatoes just sucked that up! Maybe that’s where the great taste comes from, dressing in AND out! Here’s hoping it tastes as great as everyone says.
PS….I just used salt and pepper as I don’t know of TOG House Seasoning
Jill says
May 31, 2018 at 1:31 amThe TOG Seasonings is linked in the recipe. It is my seasoning recipe. Jill
Linda Sanders says
May 20, 2018 at 4:11 pmI made this potato salad today. OMG! So stinkin’ good! Tastes like what my mom used to make when I was a kid. Definitely a staple in this house from now on. And easy too. Cooking the eggs in the small loaf pan is genius! Many thanks Jill!
Jill says
May 21, 2018 at 7:47 pmSo glad you enjoyed, the potato salad, Linda. Wonderful that it reminds you of your moms. Thank you for your beautiful comment. Jill
Wanda A Gossman says
May 3, 2018 at 8:18 amMade this yesterday exactly as written. It’s a game changer. Love how easy and fast it was.
Jill says
May 4, 2018 at 2:15 amHi Wanda. That is terrific. Potato Salad is now a very simple and quick recipe. Jill
Camille says
March 5, 2018 at 7:05 amThanks for the great recipe! We’re cat cousins, by the way; we are ruled by Burmese.
Rhonda V. says
August 1, 2017 at 6:48 pmI had to leave a comment as I have now made this three times in the last month and a half. It’s so quick and delicious! I really love potato salad but didn’t make it very often because of the time involved.
My IP has been such a game changer and this recipe is a delight. Thank you so much for sharing it. : )
Jill says
August 1, 2017 at 9:02 pmHi Rhonda. Thank you for your comment. I am glad you are enjoying the recipe. Jill
marti wiley-lewis says
July 25, 2017 at 4:26 pmif i double or triple the recipe do i have to cook the patties longer?
Karissa says
July 30, 2017 at 8:06 amI doubled the recipe today and I did not have any trouble getting the potatoes cooked through in 4 minutes. My egg loaf, however, was a different matter. I didn’t use a loaf pan though but a silicone bowl so that may have made the difference. It defeated the one pot purpose, but I easily finished the eggs in the microwave and then carried on making the salad. Good luck!!
Melanie says
July 13, 2017 at 12:34 pmI’m just making this now and I happened to taste the dressing. It seems salty and I put 1 tsp seasoned salt. I re looked at the recipe. Did you mean 1/2 tsp or 2 teaspoons?
Jill says
July 13, 2017 at 6:33 pmMelanie, once you add the eggs and potatoes, it won’t be overly salty. Jill
Linda says
June 30, 2017 at 9:11 amDo you think it would be possible to crack the eggs in a bowl and cook with the potatoes (PIP)? I think they are calling eggs cooked that way an ‘egg loaf’?
Jill says
July 1, 2017 at 2:13 amYes, Linda, that is fine. See my Low Carb Egg Salad recipe, as I use loaf method. Jill
Marian says
June 1, 2017 at 9:30 amI was at Joann’s fabrics yesterday, bought a 6 cup bundt pan, can’t wait to try the banana bread recipe
Sallie says
May 29, 2017 at 11:30 amI have never made potato salad and this is coming to pressure now. Fingers crossed!!!
Kimc says
May 20, 2017 at 9:25 amThis salad was delicious! I loved the creamy sauce. I had homemade zucchini relish that I used. I will definitely be making this again this summer:)
Jennifer says
December 5, 2016 at 10:10 amWOW…. This is the BEST potato salad I’ve ever made. Also the first recipes in my new IP Smart ????
Thanks for sharing… Navy beans are soaking now to make your Baked Beans recipe.
Jill says
December 5, 2016 at 5:52 pmHi Jennifer~
Thanks so much! Glad your first recipe was a success.
Jill
Shelley says
August 27, 2016 at 1:21 pmWhere can I find a basket for my instant pot like pictured above?
Jill says
August 28, 2016 at 12:27 pmHi Shelley~
Here is the link for the basket I use in the recipe: http://amzn.to/235mHRd
Enjoy and let me know how your potato salad comes out.
Jill
Christine Houde says
May 11, 2016 at 2:43 pmThe potato salad recipe makes my mouth water!!!!
Jill says
May 11, 2016 at 4:33 pmHey Christine~
So funny you mention this, because I was making another potato salad, which I was inspired about during our chat. Did you read the comments in the recipe re our old friend?
Jill