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Creamy Potato Salad

A nostalgic and comforting creamy potato salad that’s perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or as a side dish with grilled meats.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds potatoes Use waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold for a creamier texture.
  • 1 cup mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped celery
  • 2 pieces boiled eggs, chopped Can use pre-boiled eggs for convenience.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust according to preference.
  • to taste Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by placing the potatoes in a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
  2. Once cooked, drain and let them cool at room temperature.
Dressing Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until thoroughly mixed.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Once the potatoes are cool, chop them into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Add the chopped potatoes to the bowl with the dressing, then fold in the red onion, celery, and chopped boiled eggs.
Mixing and Chilling
  1. Gently mix everything together until the potatoes are fully coated with the dressing.
  2. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.
Serving
  1. Just before serving, sprinkle fresh parsley on top for a pop of color and serve chilled.

Notes

This creamy potato salad can be made ahead of time and is perfect for summer gatherings.