Description
This World's Best Potato Salad Recipe is the perfect combination of creamy, tangy, and savory flavors. Packed with simple ingredients like potatoes, eggs, mayo, and mustard, it's ideal for barbecues, picnics, or a comforting side dish at dinner. Easy to make and loaded with classic flavor, this potato salad is a crowd-pleasing favorite.
Ingredients
3 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 ½ cups mayonnaise
2 tbsp yellow mustard
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
½ tsp celery seed
Salt and black pepper to taste
4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
½ cup finely chopped celery
½ cup finely chopped red onion
¼ cup chopped dill pickles or sweet relish
Paprika, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Place cubed potatoes in a large pot, cover with water, and add a pinch of salt. Boil until fork-tender, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and let cool.
In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, celery seed, salt, and pepper.
Add cooled potatoes, chopped eggs, celery, onion, and pickles to the dressing. Gently mix until evenly coated.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Sprinkle with paprika just before serving, if desired.
Notes
Use Yukon Gold potatoes for a creamier texture.
Make the salad a day ahead to enhance the flavor.
Adjust mustard and pickles to your taste preference.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiled
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg