How to Make Instant Pot Potato Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a quick and easy side dish to bring to your next cookout or potluck, look no further than Instant Pot Potato Salad. This classic dish is a staple at gatherings, and making it in the Instant Pot cuts down on the cooking time and makes it a breeze to prepare. With just a handful of simple ingredients and your trusty Instant Pot, you can have a delicious and creamy potato salad ready to go in no time.

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups water
  • 2 pounds red potatoes, scrubbed and cubed
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon dill pickle relish
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Pour water into the pot of a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot) and place a steamer basket inside. Place potatoes in the steamer basket. Arrange eggs on top of the potatoes.
  • Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 4 minutes. Allow 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Use tongs to transfer eggs to an ice bath and let cool for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine celery, mayonnaise, green onion, mustard, relish, and paprika in a large bowl. Stir until evenly combined.
  • Peel and chop the eggs. Stir eggs and potatoes into the dressing. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.
  • Nutrition

    163 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 72mg
    • Sodium: 184mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 35mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 596mg