Classic Potato Salad | Creamy Homemade Potato Salad Recipe
Classic Potato Salad is a timeless side dish made with tender potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, crunchy celery, onions, and a rich, creamy dressing. This traditional recipe is a favorite at picnics, barbecues, potlucks, family gatherings, and holiday meals. Its perfect combination of creamy texture, tangy dressing, and fresh ingredients makes it one of the most loved side dishes around the world.
The potatoes are cooked until fork-tender, then combined with chopped eggs, celery, onions, and fresh herbs. Everything is tossed in a smooth dressing made with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of sugar for a balanced flavor that's creamy, slightly tangy, and subtly sweet. Chilling the salad before serving allows the flavors to meld together while maintaining the potatoes' soft texture.
Classic Potato Salad pairs perfectly with grilled chicken, barbecue ribs, burgers, fried chicken, steak, seafood, or sandwiches. Easy to prepare and even better when made ahead of time, this homemade recipe is guaranteed to become a family favorite.
Cooking Method
- Wash and cut the potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- Place them in a large pot and cover with cold salted water.
- Bring to a boil and cook for 10–15 minutes, or until fork-tender.
- Drain and allow the potatoes to cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, sugar, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the cooked potatoes, chopped eggs, celery, onion, and parsley.
- Gently fold everything together until evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.
- Garnish with paprika, parsley, and green onions if desired.
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