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Classic Potato Salad

A creamy and flavorful classic potato salad, perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a side dish for any meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes

  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes

For the Dressing

  • 1 cup mayonnaise preferably full-fat for creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard adds tanginess
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar for acidity
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

For the Add-ins

  • 1 cup celery finely chopped
  • 1 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1 cup hard-boiled eggs chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill chopped, optional for garnish

Instructions
 

Cook the Potatoes

  • Place the diced Yukon Gold potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water. This helps them cook evenly.
  • Add a pinch of salt to the water to season the potatoes while they cook.
  • Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  • Once cooked, drain the potatoes in a colander and let them cool for about 10 minutes.

Prepare the Dressing

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
  • Whisk the ingredients together until smooth and well combined. This dressing will provide creaminess and flavor to the salad.

Combine Ingredients

  • In a large mixing bowl, add the cooled potatoes, chopped celery, red onion, and hard-boiled eggs.
  • Pour the dressing over the potato mixture and gently fold everything together using a spatula. Be careful not to mash the potatoes.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper to your liking.

Chill and Serve

  • Cover the potato salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together.
  • Before serving, sprinkle with fresh dill if desired for added flavor and garnish.

Notes

This potato salad can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator. It tastes even better the next day as the flavors develop.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg
Keyword classic recipe, potato salad, summer salad
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