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Classic Potato Salad Recipe

Classic Potato Salad Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 30 minutes (plus chilling)
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian

Description

A classic potato salad recipe that’s perfect for picnics and summer gatherings. Creamy and flavorful, this dish features tender potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, crunchy vegetables, and a tangy dressing.


Ingredients

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Potato Salad:

  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold or russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon salt (for boiling)

Dressing:

  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

Add-Ins:

  • 2 celery stalks, finely diced
  • ½ cup finely chopped red onion
  • ¼ cup sweet pickle relish
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Potatoes: Place potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, add 1 tablespoon salt, and boil until tender.
  2. Boil Eggs: In a separate pot, boil eggs, then cool, peel, and chop.
  3. Prepare Dressing: In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, celery, onion, relish, salt, and pepper.
  4. Combine: Add potatoes and eggs to the dressing, fold gently until coated.
  5. Chill: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.

Notes

  • For a tangier flavor, add extra vinegar or pickle juice.
  • You can also use dill relish for a less sweet taste.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Boiling and Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 510 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 25 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg