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potato salad

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A creamy and tangy potato salad perfect for picnics and barbecues.
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword cold salad, picnic food, potato salad
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320

Ingredients

Potatoes

  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and diced

Dressing

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Vegetables

  • 1 cup celery chopped
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup sweet pickle relish

Garnish

  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Instructions

Prepare the Potatoes

  • Place the diced potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and let cool.

Make the Dressing

  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper until smooth.

Combine Ingredients

  • In a large bowl, combine the cooled potatoes, celery, red onion, pickle relish, and chopped eggs. Pour the dressing over the potato mixture and gently stir to combine.

Chill and Serve

  • Cover the potato salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, you can include diced bell peppers or bacon bits.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 500mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg