Description
This classic potato salad is creamy, tangy, and loaded with comforting flavor—just like the kind grandma used to make. With tender potatoes, crunchy celery, and a simple dressing, it’s the perfect make-ahead side dish for cookouts, picnics, or family dinners. Easy to customize and even easier to love.
Ingredients
2 pounds Yukon gold or red potatoes, peeled and cubed
½ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
½ teaspoon salt (plus more for boiling water)
¼ teaspoon black pepper
2 celery stalks, finely chopped
½ small red onion, finely diced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill (optional)
2–3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped (optional)
Paprika, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold, salted water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 10–12 minutes, or until fork-tender.
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Drain the potatoes and spread them out on a baking sheet to cool slightly.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
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Add the cooled potatoes to the bowl, along with chopped celery, red onion, and dill (if using). Gently fold until everything is evenly coated.
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Fold in chopped hard-boiled eggs if desired.
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Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld.
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Before serving, sprinkle with paprika for a pop of color.
Notes
For a lighter version, use half Greek yogurt and half mayo.
Add chopped pickles or relish for extra tang.
Make it a full meal by adding diced cooked chicken or bacon.
Best served cold, and even better the next day!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Boiling, Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About ¾ cup
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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