Best Ever Potato Salad

The Ultimate Comfort Dish: Best Ever Potato Salad

Potato salad is a timeless favorite that graces many a meal with its creamy, comforting presence. Today, I’m thrilled to share a recipe that many hail as the “Best Ever Potato Salad.” It’s a perfect blend of textures and flavors—creamy yet crunchy, tangy yet sweet, making it a versatile side dish for barbecues, picnics, or any family meal.

Ingredients

For the Salad:

• 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, chopped into ¾-inch pieces (peeling is optional)
• Salt, for seasoning the potato cooking water
• 2 ribs of celery, finely chopped
• ⅓ cup red onion, finely chopped
• 3 hard-boiled eggs, coarsely chopped
• Paprika (optional, for topping)

For the Dressing:

• ¾ cup mayonnaise
• ¼ cup sweet pickle relish
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, or white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, or yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon celery seed
• ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
• ¼ teaspoon pepper, or to taste

Directions

1. Cooking the Potatoes:
   • Place the chopped potatoes in a large pot and cover with cool water about 2 inches above the potatoes. Bring to a boil over high heat.
   • Once boiling, add 2 teaspoons of salt and stir. Continue boiling for 6-9 minutes, or until the potatoes are just tender when pierced with a fork. Drain well and let them cool for about 20 minutes.
2. Preparing the Dressing:
   • In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, vinegar, mustard, celery seed, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
3. Assembling the Salad:
   • In a large bowl, combine the cooled potatoes with the prepared dressing. Add chopped celery, red onion, and hard-boiled eggs.
   • Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
4. Chilling and Serving:
   • Refrigerate the salad before serving. This salad is best enjoyed chilled, and its flavors are enhanced when allowed to sit overnight.

Recipe Details

• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Calories: 358 per serving
• Servings: 6

This potato salad not only promises delightful flavors and textures but also brings a touch of nostalgia to any dining experience. Its simplicity, paired with the richness of ingredients like eggs and a well-balanced dressing, ensures it fits perfectly alongside various main dishes. Whether it’s next to grilled meats at a summer barbecue or as a hearty side at a family dinner, this potato salad aims to please. Enjoy crafting this comforting dish that may soon become your go-to recipe for every gathering!

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