Description
A classic creamy potato salad with tender potatoes, crunchy vegetables, and a tangy, rich dressing perfect for gatherings or meal prep.
Ingredients
2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and diced
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
3/4 cup celery, finely chopped
1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
Instructions
- Place diced potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook for 10–12 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and let cool completely.
- In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, pepper, and paprika until smooth.
- Add cooled potatoes, celery, red onion, hard-boiled eggs, and pickle relish.
- Gently fold everything together until evenly coated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Cover and refrigerate for 1–2 hours before serving.
Notes
Use Yukon Gold potatoes for a creamier texture.
Substitute part of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
Add fresh herbs like dill or parsley for extra flavor.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.
Stir before serving and add a little mayonnaise if needed to refresh creaminess.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg