Description
Homemade potato salad is the ultimate side dish, bringing together tender potatoes and a creamy dressing for an unforgettable flavor experience. Enhanced with crunchy veggies and hard-boiled eggs, this classic recipe is perfect for barbecues, picnics, or family gatherings. With a vibrant presentation and customizable options, it’s bound to impress your guests and evoke memories of sunny summer days filled with laughter and delicious food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold or red potatoes
- 1 cup mayonnaise (or light mayo)
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1/2 cup chopped pickles or relish
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the Potatoes: Wash and cube the potatoes. Place them in salted water, bring to a boil, and cook until fork-tender (10-15 minutes). Drain and let cool.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a bowl, mix mayonnaise and Dijon mustard until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Chop Veggies: Dice celery, onion, and pickles while potatoes cool.
- Mix Together: Combine cooled potatoes, veggies, dressing, and hard-boiled eggs in a large bowl. Stir gently until well-coated.
- Chill: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least one hour to meld flavors.
- Serve: Stir before serving; garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg