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Potato Salad Recipe: 5 Proven Steps for the Perfect Picnic Dish


  • Author: ushinzomr

Description

This classic potato salad recipe is creamy, tangy, and perfect for picnics, barbecues, or any summer gathering. Made with simple ingredients, it’s a crowd-pleaser that everyone will love.


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds (900g) of potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 cup (240ml) of mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
  • 1 cup (150g) of celery, chopped
  • 1/2 cup (75g) of red onion, finely chopped
  • 4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons of fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place the cubed potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  2. Once boiling, reduce heat to medium and cook the potatoes until fork-tender, about 10-15 minutes. Drain and let cool.
  3. In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
  4. Add the cooled potatoes, celery, red onion, and hard-boiled eggs to the bowl. Gently fold everything together until the potatoes are well coated.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. If desired, sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
  6. Chill the potato salad in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

  • Feel free to add other ingredients like diced pickles, bell peppers, or bacon for extra flavor.
  • This potato salad can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 1
  • Sodium: 500
  • Fat: 20
  • Carbohydrates: 30
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 6

Keywords: potato salad recipe, classic potato salad, easy potato salad, creamy potato salad, summer side dish, picnic potato salad