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Potato Salad

Ultimate Creamy Potato Salad for Your Next BBQ Bash

This potato salad is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for any gathering, combining creamy mayonnaise, tangy Dijon mustard, and crunchy veggies.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 pounds russet or Yukon gold potatoes ideal for their creamy texture
  • 1 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter twist
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard for tang
  • 0.5 cup celery chopped
  • 0.5 cup red onion chopped
  • 0.25 cup dill pickles chopped
  • 2 pieces hard-boiled eggs chopped
  • salt and pepper to taste
For Garnish
  • fresh dill optional

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Classic Potato Salad
  1. Start by washing and peeling 2 pounds of russet or Yukon gold potatoes. Cut them into quarters and set aside.
  2. Chop ½ cup each of celery and red onion, and ¼ cup of dill pickles. Prepare 2 hard-boiled eggs.
  3. In a large pot, add water and a pinch of salt. Bring it to a boil and add the quartered potatoes. Cook for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
  4. Drain the potatoes and let them cool for 10-15 minutes. Once cooled, chop them into bite-sized cubes.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of mayonnaise and 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard with salt and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  6. Gently fold in the chopped celery, red onion, dill pickles, and hard-boiled eggs into the dressing.
  7. Fold the cooled, cubed potatoes into the creamy mixture carefully.
  8. Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  9. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill and meld flavors.
  10. Serve cold, garnished with fresh dill if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 380mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days. Avoid letting it sit at room temperature for too long.

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