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Potato Salad

Best Ever Potato Salad: Creamy Comfort for Every Meal

This Classic Potato Salad is creamy, customizable, and a crowd-pleaser, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold Potatoes unpeeled
  • 4 pieces Hard Boiled Eggs cooked until firm
For the Crunch
  • 1 cup Celery chopped
  • 0.5 cup Red Onion chopped
  • 1 cup Dill Pickles chopped
For the Creamy Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 0.5 cup Buttermilk substitute with milk and vinegar if needed
  • 2 tablespoons Yellow Mustard
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper fresh ground

Equipment

  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by placing the whole, unpeeled Yukon Gold potatoes in a large pot and cover them with water. Bring to a rapid boil then reduce to a simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until fork-tender. Drain and let steam covered for 5-10 minutes.
  2. Once cooled slightly, carefully peel the potatoes if you prefer a smoother texture. Cut into 1-inch chunks for even mixing.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, mash the hard-boiled egg yolks until smooth. Add mayonnaise, buttermilk, yellow mustard, and a splash of pickle juice, stirring to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over warm potato chunks in a large bowl. Gently fold in chopped egg whites, celery, red onion, and dill pickles until well coated.
  5. Transfer to a covered container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to chill, allowing flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize with ingredients like crispy bacon or fresh herbs for a twist on the classic. Adjust mustard, mayonnaise, and buttermilk ratios based on your flavor preference.

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