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Creamy Classic Potato Salad for a Summer BBQ

Classic Potato Salad


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  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This creamy, tangy classic potato salad recipe features tender Yukon Gold potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, crisp celery, and a zesty mustard-mayonnaise dressing, perfect for any gathering.


Ingredients

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3 pounds Yukon Gold Potatoes
4 large hard-boiled eggs, chopped
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup buttermilk
2 Tablespoons yellow mustard
2 dill pickles, finely chopped
1 Tablespoon dill pickle juice
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
2 ribs celery, finely chopped


Instructions

Step 1: Wash and peel the Yukon Gold potatoes. Cut them into 1-inch cubes. Place the potato cubes in a large pot and cover with cold water by about an inch. Add a generous pinch of salt to the water.
Step 2: Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender but not mushy. Drain the potatoes thoroughly and let them cool for about 10-15 minutes in a colander.
Step 3: While potatoes cool, prepare the dressing. In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, buttermilk, yellow mustard, finely chopped dill pickles, and pickle juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 4: Add the cooled, chopped hard-boiled eggs and chopped celery to the dressing. Gently fold everything together.
Step 5: Add the slightly cooled potatoes to the bowl with the dressing mixture. Gently fold until all the potatoes are evenly coated. Be careful not to mash the potatoes.
Step 6: Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. For best results, cover the potato salad and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled.

Notes

For an extra kick, add a pinch of smoked paprika or a teaspoon of finely chopped fresh chives. Using buttermilk adds a lovely tang and creaminess to the dressing.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Boiling, Mixing, Chilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 19g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg
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