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Instant Pot Potato Salad


  • Author: jackson-walker
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A creamy and tangy potato salad made quickly in the Instant Pot, perfect for potlucks, picnics, and family dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
  • 1 cup water
  • 3 eggs
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 2 ribs celery, chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
  • 2 pickles, minced + splash of pickle juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the potatoes: Scrub the Yukon Gold potatoes to remove dirt and cut them into quarters.
  2. Add water: Place the quartered potatoes in the Instant Pot and pour in 1 cup of water.
  3. Secure the lid on your Instant Pot and select the pressure cooking setting. Cook on high pressure for 8 minutes.
  4. Quick release: Once the timer goes off, carefully perform a quick release and remove the lid.
  5. Cook the eggs: Place the eggs in the Instant Pot on top of your potatoes for about 6-8 minutes on the steam function.
  6. Drain and cool: Transfer the eggs to an ice bath to stop cooking. Drain the potatoes and let cool.
  7. Chop veggies and mix dressing: Chop celery, red onion, and pickles. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, buttermilk, mustard, salt, and pepper.
  8. Combine everything: In a large mixing bowl, add the cooled potatoes, chopped eggs, celery, onions, and pickles. Pour the dressing on top and gently fold together.
  9. Adjust seasoning: Taste the potato salad and adjust seasoning as needed.
  10. Chill and serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt. Serve with additional garnishes for a pop of color.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Pressure Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: potato salad, instant pot, side dish, summer recipe, comfort food