Are you tired of bland, soggy potato salads that disappoint at every summer barbecue? Get ready to revolutionize your side dish game with this Perfectly Creamy Potato Salad that's about to become the star of your next gathering! Imagine a potato salad so creamy, so flavorful, that your guests will be begging for the recipe before the first bite is even finished. This isn't just another potato salad - it's a culinary masterpiece that combines classic American comfort food with restaurant-worthy technique.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Fill a large pot with cold water and add the peeled and diced potatoes. Ensure the water covers the potatoes by about an inch.
- Place the pot on high heat and bring the water to a rolling boil. Add a pinch of salt to the water for flavor.
- Reduce heat to medium and simmer the potatoes for 10-12 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork but not falling apart.
- Drain the potatoes in a colander and spread them out on a large baking sheet to cool quickly and prevent overcooking.
- While potatoes are cooling, prepare the dressing by whisking together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl.
- Finely chop the red onion and hard-boiled eggs, preparing them to mix into the salad.
- Once potatoes are cooled to room temperature (about 10 minutes), gently fold them into the dressing mixture.
- Add chopped red onion and eggs to the potatoes, stirring carefully to combine without breaking the potato pieces.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled and garnish with fresh chopped parsley or chives if desired.
Tips
- Choose the Right Potatoes: Use waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold or red potatoes that hold their shape when boiled.
- Cool Potatoes Properly: Spread potatoes on a baking sheet to cool quickly and prevent overcooking, ensuring a perfect texture.
- Season While Warm: The potatoes absorb more flavor when they're still slightly warm, so don't wait too long to mix in the dressing.
- Chill for Maximum Flavor: Always refrigerate for at least an hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Don't Overmix: Fold ingredients gently to keep potato pieces intact and maintain a beautiful texture.
- Optional Garnish: Fresh herbs like chives or parsley can add a pop of color and fresh flavor to your finished salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 194kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
