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The Ultimate Potato Salad


  • Author: jackson-walker
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A flavorful twist on the classic potato salad, perfect for barbecues and picnics.


Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs waxy potatoes (Yukon Gold or red)
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 hard-boiled eggs, diced
  • 1/4 cup chopped chives

Instructions

  1. Wash and peel the potatoes. Cut them into even-sized chunks (about 1-inch) and place in a large pot. Cover with cold water and add salt.
  2. Bring to a boil, reduce to a gentle simmer and cook for about 15–20 minutes, until fork-tender.
  3. While the potatoes are cooking, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
  4. Chop the celery and onion into small pieces, then drain the potatoes when done and let them cool slightly.
  5. Carefully toss the cooled potatoes with the dressing, ensuring they are well coated without mashing.
  6. Add in the chopped celery, onion, and diced hard-boiled eggs, folding everything together gently.
  7. Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more mustard, salt, or pepper if needed. Fold in some chives and reserve some for garnish.
  8. Cover the salad and chill for at least one hour in the refrigerator.

Notes

This potato salad is best served chilled and can be made a day ahead for even better flavor.

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

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: potato salad, classic salad, side dish, picnic, barbecue