Classic Red Potato Salad
Creamy, tangy, and irresistibly fresh, this Classic Red Potato Salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any gathering or picnic. Made with fork-tender red potatoes, a velvety dressing of mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, and white vinegar, and seasoned with fragrant dill and a hint of paprika, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of flavor and texture. Crunchy celery and red onion add a delightful bite, while chopped boiled eggs enrich the salad with a hearty touch. Ready in under an hour, including chill time, this easy-to-make potato salad is perfect served cold or at room temperature, making it a versatile side dish for barbecues, potlucks, and family dinners. Whether you're hosting or bringing a dish to share, this flavorful classic is sure to steal the spotlight!
Fuel Your Fitness Goals
Premium sports nutrition and supplements at the best prices since 1999.
Over 25 years of sports nutrition excellence
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds red potatoes
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 2 units (finely chopped) celery stalks
- 1 unit (finely chopped) small red onion
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh dill
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 units (chopped) boiled eggs
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
Place the red potatoes in a large pot of salted water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Cook the potatoes for about 15-20 minutes until they are fork-tender, but not falling apart.
Drain the potatoes and let them cool to room temperature. Once cooled, cut them into bite-sized chunks.
In a large bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, and white vinegar until smooth.
Add finely chopped celery, red onion, and fresh dill to the mayonnaise mixture and combine well.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Gently fold in the chopped potatoes and boiled eggs, ensuring everything is well coated with the dressing.
Cover the potato salad and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to blend.
Before serving, sprinkle the top with paprika for a touch of color and added flavor.
Serve the salad cold or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
364 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.5 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 121 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 420 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.4 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 57 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 560 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
