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Best Potato Salad

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This classic potato salad is creamy, tangy, and loaded with flavor and texture, making it the perfect side dish for picnics, holidays, and family gatherings.

  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Place the peeled and diced potatoes in a pot of salted water and boil for 10–12 minutes until tender but not mushy. Drain and let them cool completely.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, white vinegar, sugar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Add the cooled potatoes, chopped hard-boiled eggs, red onion, and celery to the bowl. Stir gently to combine and coat evenly with the dressing.
  4. Garnish with chopped parsley and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

  • Chill the salad for at least an hour to let flavors meld.
  • Use Yukon Gold or red potatoes for best texture and shape retention.
  • Add pickles, green onions, or paprika for extra flavor.
  • Store in the fridge for up to 3 days; stir gently before serving again.
  • If the salad thickens after chilling, mix in a spoonful of mayo or sour cream to refresh.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 280mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 19g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg