Description
Classic Potato Salad is the ultimate summer side dish, bringing a creamy, tangy flavor that evokes memories of family gatherings and barbecues. This simple yet satisfying recipe features tender red potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, and a zesty mayo-based dressing that makes it a favorite at potlucks and picnics alike. Perfect for any occasion, this Classic Potato Salad is incredibly easy to prepare, ensuring you can whip up a batch in no time. Customize it with your favorite ingredients or enjoy it just as it is—either way, it’s bound to be a hit at your next meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ – 2 pounds red potatoes
- 3–4 hard-boiled eggs
- ½ cup celery (chopped)
- ½ cup onion (finely chopped)
- 2/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes in a large pot covered with cold water for about 15 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and let cool.
- In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, milk, mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled potatoes, chopped hard-boiled eggs, celery, and onion. Pour dressing over the mixture and gently stir to coat.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg