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Classic Potato Salad


  • Author: jackson-walker
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A classic and creamy potato salad, perfect for summer barbecues and family gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds potatoes (Yukon Gold or russets)
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons mustard (Dijon recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup celery, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 3 large hard-boiled eggs
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Paprika, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Wash the potatoes thoroughly and chop into 1-inch chunks.
  2. Place the potatoes in a large pot of cold, salted water, bring to a boil, then simmer for 10-15 minutes until fork-tender.
  3. Drain the potatoes and cool in the fridge for about 30 minutes.
  4. Hard boil the eggs by placing them in a pot covered with cold water, bringing to a boil, then letting sit covered for 12 minutes.
  5. In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  6. Peel and chop the cooled eggs, then add the potatoes, diced celery, and red onion to the bowl of dressing.
  7. Gently fold the ingredients together, being careful not to break the potatoes too much.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  9. Chill in the fridge for at least one hour before serving.

Notes

For a Tex-Mex twist, add jalapeños, corn, and black beans. For a Mediterranean style, include olives and feta cheese.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: potato salad, classic recipe, summer side dish