Description
Classic potato salad is a timeless favorite that combines tender, creamy potatoes with crunchy celery and zesty dressing. This delightful dish is perfect for summer picnics, family gatherings, or any occasion where comfort food is needed. With its rich flavors and vibrant colors, this classic potato salad will surely be the star of your table. Easy to prepare and customizable, it’s a dish everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds waxy potatoes
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1/2 cup sweet pickle relish
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the Potatoes: Peel and cut potatoes into even chunks. Cook in salted water over medium-high heat until fork-tender (about 15-20 minutes). Drain and cool slightly.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine Ingredients: Fold the warm potatoes into the dressing along with celery, hard-boiled eggs, onion, and pickle relish.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour to let flavors meld.
- Serve: Give it a gentle stir before serving in a bowl or on plates.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in crispy bacon bits or fresh herbs like dill. Use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise for a lighter version of this classic dish.