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The Ultimate Potato Salad


  • Author: oliviabennett
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A creamy and zesty potato salad that brings comfort to gatherings, perfect for summer barbecues and family picnics.


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds of Yukon Gold potatoes
  • 1 cup of mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup of celery, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup of red onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup of dill pickles, chopped
  • 3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh dill or parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the Potatoes: Wash the Yukon Gold potatoes under cold water and cut them into roughly 1-inch chunks. Place in a large pot, cover with cold water, and add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and cook for 12-15 minutes, until fork-tender. Drain and let cool for 20 minutes.
  2. Assemble the Dressing: In a large mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar. Stir until creamy and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Combine All Ingredients: Fold in the celery, red onion, and dill pickles into the dressing. Add cooled potatoes gently to avoid mashing. Finally, fold in chopped hard-boiled eggs.
  4. Chill and Serve: Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour. Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning, then garnish with fresh dill or parsley.

Notes

Potato salad can be made a day in advance, as it tastes better the next day. Store in an airtight container and stir before serving.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Boiling and Chilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 240
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: potato salad, summer recipe, barbecue, picnic, side dish