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Potato Salad: Perfect Creamy Recipe for Summer Picnics


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A creamy and flavorful potato salad perfect for picnics and barbecues.


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup celery, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup dill pickles, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped (optional)
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, boil the diced potatoes in salted water until tender, about 10-15 minutes. Drain and let cool.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add the cooled potatoes to the bowl along with the celery, red onion, dill pickles, and hard-boiled eggs if using. Stir until well combined.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  5. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to customize by adding ingredients like bacon, green onions, or bell peppers.
  • This salad can be made a day in advance for a more developed flavor.
  • Category: Salad
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 400
  • Fat: 22
  • Carbohydrates: 30
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 5
  • Cholesterol: 20

Keywords: potato salad, classic potato salad, creamy potato salad, picnic salad, barbecue salad