Old Fashioned Potato Salad
Old Fashioned Potato Salad is a classic creamy side dish made with tender potatoes, eggs, celery, onion, and a flavorful mayonnaise dressing. Perfect for picnics, BBQs, and family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
3 pounds potatoes, peeled and chopped into bite-sized chunks (russet or Yukon Gold)
1⅓ cups mayonnaise
½ cup sweet relish
½ tablespoon yellow mustard
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
¼ teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
4 large hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
3 stalks celery, diced
½ medium sweet onion, diced
Instructions
Add the potatoes to a large pot and cover with cold water.
Bring to a boil over high heat.
Once boiling, salt the water if desired and reduce the heat to medium.
Simmer, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are fork-tender but not falling apart, about 8–10 minutes.
Drain the potatoes and set aside for 10–15 minutes to cool slightly. The potatoes should still be warm.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet relish, yellow mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Add the warm potatoes, chopped eggs, celery, and onion to the dressing.
Gently stir until everything is evenly coated.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. For the best flavor, chill for 4 hours or longer.
Notes
Yukon Gold potatoes create a creamier texture, while russet potatoes produce a fluffier salad.
Mixing the dressing with slightly warm potatoes helps them absorb more flavor.
Taste and adjust the salt and pepper before chilling and again before serving.
Garnish with paprika, chopped parsley, or sliced green onions for extra color and flavor.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
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