Classic Potato Salad
A creamy and flavorful potato salad with tender potatoes, crunchy veggies, and a zesty dressing, perfect for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds waxy potatoes (like red or Yukon Gold)
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup pickles, chopped
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Add the potatoes and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool.
- Peel the cooled potatoes and cut them into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.
- Gently fold in the potatoes, celery, red onion, and pickles.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. Add paprika for garnish if preferred.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
Notes
This potato salad tastes even better the next day, so prepare it ahead of time. Store in an airtight container for up to three days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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