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Classic Potato Salad Recipe

Classic Potato Salad Recipe

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  • Author: Marilyn Recipes
  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Classic Potato Salad Recipe is creamy, tangy, and full of love. Perfect for family gatherings, barbecues, or picnics, it combines tender potatoes, boiled eggs, celery, red onion, fresh dill, and a flavorful dressing for a timeless comfort dish everyone adores.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1.5 kg potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Paprika for garnish

Instructions

  1. Boil potatoes until tender, then cool slightly.
  2. Boil eggs for 10 minutes, cool, and chop.
  3. Mix mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  4. Fold in potatoes, eggs, celery, onion, and dill gently.
  5. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
  6. Garnish with paprika before serving.

Notes

  • Use Yukon Gold or red potatoes for best texture.
  • Make ahead for better flavor.
  • Optional: Add a teaspoon of sweet pickle relish for tang.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg