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A bowl of creamy homemade potato salad with fresh herbs.

Proven way to grow a Perfect Potato Salad in 5 StepsPotato Salad

This recipe guides you through five clear steps to create a delicious and perfect potato salad, ensuring a delightful side dish for any occasion. It's a straightforward method for achieving a classic and satisfying result.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs potatoes
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 celery ribs finely chopped
  • 0.5 medium red onion finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill chopped
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large bowl
  • whisk
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and peel the potatoes, then cut them into 1-inch cubes.
  2. Place the cubed potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water by about an inch; add a pinch of salt to the water.
Cooking
  1. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  2. Drain the potatoes thoroughly and let them cool down completely in a large bowl.
Dressing
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add chopped celery, red onion, and fresh dill to the dressing, mixing well to combine.
Combine and Chill
  1. Gently fold the cooled potatoes into the dressing mixture, ensuring all potatoes are evenly coated.
  2. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the potato salad for at least 1 hour, allowing the flavors to meld.
Serve
  1. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary, then garnish with extra fresh dill before serving.

Notes

For best results, make the potato salad a few hours ahead or even the day before to allow the flavors to deepen. Avoid overcooking the potatoes, as they can become mushy. Feel free to adjust the amount of mayonnaise and seasonings to your preference, and consider adding hard-boiled eggs or paprika for extra flavor and visual appeal.