Description
Old Fashioned Potato Salad is a beloved classic that brings comfort and joy to any gathering. This creamy, tangy dish features tender potatoes tossed with crunchy celery and red onions, all enveloped in a rich dressing of mayonnaise and mustard. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, this versatile salad can easily be customized with your favorite ingredients. Whip up this delightful potato salad and create cherished memories at your next meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs russet or Yukon gold potatoes
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (10-15 minutes). Drain and let cool completely.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, mustard, salt, pepper, and pickle relish until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled potatoes, celery, and onion. Pour the dressing over the top.
- Gently fold to combine without mashing the potatoes.
- Chill for at least one hour before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg