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Classic Creamy Potato Salad

Side Dish 🥗Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪Salad 🥗 American Vegetarian 🥦

Classic Creamy Potato Salad blends tender russet potatoes with a tangy mayo and Dijon dressing, lifted by apple cider vinegar and a hint of cayenne. Chopped eggs, crisp celery, and fresh herbs add richness, crunch, and brightness in every bite. Serve it chilled alongside grilled mains at picnics, potlucks, or casual summer dinners.

  • Prep15 min
  • Cook45 min
  • Serves12
  • DifficultyEasy
Classic Creamy Potato Salad
  1. 1

    Place the potatoes in a pot with 1/4 cup salt; cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 40 minutes (depending on potato size). Transfer the potatoes to a plate and let cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Peel and discard the potato skins; cut the potatoes into larger-than-bite-sized pieces, as they will break down slightly when tossed with the dressing. Transfer the potatoes to a large bowl; fold in the eggs, celery, onion, and parsley. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Whisk the mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, 1 teaspoon salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl; fold into the potato mixture until well combined. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap; refrigerate until chilled, 2 to 3 hours.

  4. 4

    Taste for seasoning and texture; add salt and mayonnaise as desired. Garnish with chives and paprika before serving.

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