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

Nothing says summertime like a big bowl of delicious and creamy potato salad. Whether you’re attending a backyard barbecue, a picnic in the park, or just looking for a side dish for your weeknight dinner, potato salad is a classic choice that never fails to please. The great thing about potato salad is that it’s incredibly versatile – you can include all sorts of add-ins to suit your taste preferences, whether you prefer a traditional version or want to experiment with different flavors and t...

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Ingredients

  • 5 pounds red potatoes, chopped
  • 3 cups mayonnaise
  • 2 cups finely chopped pickles
  • 5 large hard-cooked eggs, chopped
  • ½ cup chopped red onion
  • ½ cup chopped celery
  • 3 tablespoons prepared mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 6 hrs
  • Total Time: 6 hrs 35 mins
  • Servings: 20

  • Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain. Return potatoes to the empty pot to dry and cool.
  • Stir together mayonnaise, pickles, hard-cooked eggs, red onion, celery, mustard, cider vinegar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Fold in cooled potatoes until well combined.
  • Chill potato salad in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours to overnight before serving.
  • Nutrition

    339 cal.

    • Total Fat: 28g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 54mg
    • Sodium: 538mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 25mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 571mg