Description
A classic, creamy, and comforting Old-Fashioned Potato Salad recipe perfect for any gathering or as a delicious side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes (about 5–6 medium potatoes)
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more for cooking potatoes
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 celery stalks, finely chopped
- 1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
- 1/4 cup dill pickle relish (or finely chopped dill pickles)
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped (optional, but recommended)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, but recommended)
- Paprika, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Wash the potatoes thoroughly. Leave skins on or peel. Place whole potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water by about an inch, and add a generous pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer until tender when pierced with a fork (15-20 minutes). Do not overcook.
- 2. Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly. While still warm, gently cut them into bite-sized cubes (about 3/4-inch to 1-inch).
- 3. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, white vinegar, sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- 4. To the bowl with warm potatoes, add chopped celery, red onion, hard-boiled eggs, and dill pickle relish (or chopped pickles). Add fresh dill and parsley if using.
- 5. Pour the dressing over the mixture. Gently fold until all ingredients are evenly coated. Be careful not to overmix.
- 6. Cover the bowl tightly and refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours, or preferably overnight.
- 7. Before serving, stir gently, taste, and adjust seasonings if necessary. Garnish with paprika or fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
Store leftover potato salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Potato salad does not freeze well.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g