A classic recipe, this is the last Potato Salad recipe you’ll need! Tender potatoes are combined with eggs, celery, onions, and a creamy dressing for this classic side dish. Make sure to make this ahead of time for the best results - the flavor gets better and better as it sits.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutesminutes
Cook Time 15 minutesminutes
Refrigeration Time 2 hourshours
Total Time 2 hourshours35 minutesminutes
Servings 8servings
Calories 400kcal
Author Deborah Harroun
Ingredients
2 1/2poundsYukon gold potatoes
1 1/3cupmayonnaisedivided
1tablespoonDijon mustard
1tablespoonpickle juice
1/2teaspoonsmoked paprika
3boiled eggschopped
1/2cupdiced red onion
1/2cupdiced dill pickles
1/2cupdiced celery
Salt and pepperto taste
Instructions
Clean the potatoes well, then cut into 1/2” pieces.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil, then salt generously. Cook the potatoes until fork tender. Drain and reserve.
While the potatoes are cooking, combine 1 cup of the mayonnaise, the Dijon mustard, pickle juice, and paprika in a large bowl.
When the potatoes are done, add them to the bowl with the mayonnaise mixture. Add the eggs, onion, pickles, and celery. Mix everything to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Cover and chill for at least 2 hours, but preferably overnight.
When ready to serve, remove from the refrigerator and stir in the remaining 1/3 cup of mayonnaise. Taste again, and season with more salt and pepper, if needed.
Notes
Nutrition information provided as an estimate only. Various brands and products can change the counts. Any nutritional information should be used as a general guide.