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Creamy Potato Salad (Classic & Easy)

This rich and satisfying potato salad is a reliable go-to for just about any occasion. Whether you're planning a casual dinner, a picnic, or a festive gathering, this dish delivers familiar flavors with minimal effort.
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Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Creamy Potato Salad (Classic & Easy)
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 8

Notes

Ingredients

  • 6 medium potatoes (around 3 pounds)
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 celery stalk, chopped
  • 4 eggs, hard-boiled and peeled
  • 2 tablespoons white distilled vinegar
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 2 tablespoons pickle relish
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
  • 2 spring onions, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  1. Clean, peel, and cut the potatoes into one-inch cubes.
  2. Transfer the potato cubes to a large pot and cover them with water.
  3. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook for about 10 minutes, or until the potatoes are just tender. Check by piercing with a fork.
  4. Drain the potatoes and allow them to cool.
  5. Once cooled, place the potatoes in a large bowl. Add the chopped onion and celery.
  6. Prepare the hard-boiled eggs, then cool and peel them.
  7. Either press the eggs through a cooling rack into the bowl or chop them before adding.
  8. Pour the vinegar evenly over the mixture.

Dressing

  1. In a separate bowl, combine mayonnaise, mustard, pickle relish, salt, and pepper.
  2. Gently fold this dressing into the potato mixture until everything is well coated.
Finishing Touch
  • Sprinkle paprika over the top and add sliced spring onions.
  • Chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Storage Notes
  • Keep refrigerated and enjoy within up to four days.
  • Freezing is not recommended, as it affects texture.
 
Nutrition
Calories: 357 kcal | Carbohydrates: 31 g | Protein: 7 g | Fat: 23 g | Saturated Fat: 4 g | Cholesterol: 94 mg | Sodium: 285 mg | Potassium: 757 mg | Fiber: 4 g | Sugar: 2 g | Vitamin A: 220 IU | Vitamin C: 34 mg | Calcium: 43 mg | Iron: 2 mg
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