Description
Classic potato salad is the quintessential side dish that elevates any gathering, from summer picnics to festive barbecues. This creamy, tangy delight combines tender potatoes with crunchy celery and a zesty dressing, topped with a sprinkle of paprika for an eye-catching finish. Perfect for sharing, it’s easily customizable and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs starchy potatoes (e.g., Russets or Yukon Gold)
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1/2 cup dill pickles, chopped
- 1 tsp paprika (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil potatoes in salted water for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and let cool slightly. Peel if desired.
- While cooling, chop celery and red onion into small pieces.
- In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Dice cooled potatoes into bite-sized pieces and gently fold into the mayonnaise mixture.
- Add chopped celery, red onion, and pickles; adjust seasoning as needed. Mix gently until coated.
- Transfer to a serving bowl, sprinkle paprika on top, and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
- 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: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise. Add diced hard-boiled eggs or bacon for extra flavor. Letting the salad chill overnight enhances the flavors beautifully.