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Potato Salad

Cultural Context

Potato salad is a classic American dish often served at barbecues, picnics, and family gatherings. Its origins can be traced back to various European potato salads, but the American version typically features mayonnaise and hard-boiled eggs. This dish is versatile, with many regional variations incorporating different ingredients like bacon, pickles, or herbs.

AmericanUSside
45 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
2 kinds of potatoes (creamer red and Yukon Gold)
olive oil based mayonnaise
stone ground mustard
onions
red pepper
celery
red wine vinegar
black pepper
salt
garlic salt

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: store-brand mayonnaise

Greek yogurt is lower in calories and adds protein.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: white potatoes

Sweet potatoes offer more nutrients and fiber.

1

Cut the creamer red and Yukon Gold potatoes in half, leaving the skins on for appearance.

2

Cook the potatoes in simmering water with salt until cooked through but not overcooked.

3

In a bowl, combine minced onions, minced celery, and minced red pepper, and toss them together.

4

Add olive oil based mayonnaise to the dry ingredients in the bowl.

5

Mix in a little red wine vinegar to help the mayonnaise mix better and add flavor.

6

Fold the ingredients together with a spatula until well combined.

7

Add stone ground mustard, black pepper, and about a teaspoon of salt, and stir to combine.

8

Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning, adding more mayonnaise or salt as needed.

9

Optionally, add paprika or garlic salt for additional flavor.

10

Serve the potato salad.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixing

Equipment Needed

potbowlspatulaknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

eggsdairy

Also Known As

American Potato SaladClassic Potato Salad

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