Classic Potato Salad is a creamy, tangy, and flavorful side dish perfect for barbecues, picnics, or family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
2 pounds Yukon Gold or red potatoes, peeled and cubed
3 large eggs
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Optional: 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika for garnish
Instructions
- Peel and cube potatoes. Boil in salted water until tender, 12–15 minutes, then drain.
- Hard-boil eggs, peel, and chop.
- Mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar to create dressing. Adjust seasoning.
- Combine potatoes, celery, red onion, and relish with dressing. Fold in eggs and parsley.
- Chill at least 1 hour. Stir and garnish with smoked paprika before serving.