Deliciously Creamy Potato Salad
Enjoy the ultimate summer side dish with this creamy potato salad, perfect for picnics and family gatherings. Combining tender potatoes with crunchy celery and zesty Dijon mustard, this salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures that everyone will love. Easy to prepare and even easier to customize, this potato salad will become your go-to recipe for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 6 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds waxy potatoes (like Yukon Gold or red)
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- ½ red onion, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the Potatoes: Peel (if desired) and cut the potatoes into bite-sized chunks. Boil in salted water for 10-15 minutes until fork-tender.
- Drain and Cool: Drain the potatoes in a colander and let them cool completely.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Mix It Together: Gently fold cooled potatoes into the dressing along with diced celery and red onion.
- Chill: Cover with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving platter or individual plates; garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg