Description
This old-fashioned potato salad is creamy, tangy, and full of comforting flavor. Made with tender potatoes, chopped eggs, and a classic homemade dressing, it is a timeless side dish perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
4–5 medium potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet work best)
3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp mustard (yellow or Dijon)
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup diced onion (yellow or red)
1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
1/4 tsp salt (or to taste)
1/4 tsp black pepper
Paprika (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Wash and peel the potatoes, or leave the skins on if preferred. Cut into chunks and place in a pot of salted water.
- Bring to a boil and cook for 10–12 minutes, or until fork-tender. Drain and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Add the chopped hard-boiled eggs, diced onion, and chopped celery to the dressing. Mix gently to combine.
- Add the slightly cooled potatoes and carefully fold until evenly coated without mashing.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to blend.
- Before serving, sprinkle with paprika if desired.
Notes
Add chopped pickles or sweet relish for extra tang.
Stir in a spoonful of sour cream for added creaminess.
Fresh dill or parsley adds bright flavor.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.
Do not reheat; serve chilled. Stir in a small spoonful of mayonnaise if it becomes dry after storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boil
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg