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Classic Potato Salad


  • Author: jena
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A creamy and tangy potato salad perfect for picnics and gatherings, easily customizable and can be made ahead of time.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 6 medium potatoes (around 3 pounds)
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 celery stalk, chopped
  • 4 eggs, hard-boiled and peeled
  • 2 tablespoons white distilled vinegar
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 2 tablespoons pickle relish
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 spring onions, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  1. Scrub, peel, and cut the potatoes into one-inch cubes.
  2. Place the potato cubes into a large pot and cover them with water.
  3. Boil the potatoes over medium-high heat for about 10 minutes until they are firm-tender.
  4. Drain the cooked potatoes and set them aside to cool.
  5. Combine the cooled potatoes with chopped onions and celery in a large mixing bowl.
  6. Hard-boil the eggs, let them cool, and then peel them.
  7. Push the eggs through a cooling rack over the potato mixture or chop them and add them to the bowl.
  8. Mix the dressing ingredients: vinegar, mayonnaise, mustard, pickle relish, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
  9. Pour the dressing over the potato mixture and gently mix everything until well combined.
  10. Sprinkle the sliced spring onions and paprika on top for added flavor.

Notes

Best served chilled; can be stored in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days. Stir before serving.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 160mg

Keywords: potato salad, side dish, picnic food, barbecue, creamy salad