Basic Red Potato Salad
Basic Red Potato Salad highlights tender red potatoes and soft-cooked eggs cloaked in a rich, creamy dressing. The mild sweetness of the potatoes pairs with the silky texture of the yolks for a comforting, well-balanced bite. Serve this classic side at picnics, potlucks, or alongside grilled mains for an easy, crowd-pleasing addition.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves3
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Assemble all the ingredients.
- 2
Bring a small pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes and cook until they are tender but still firm, about 15 minutes. Drain and let cool.
- 3
Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover them completely with cold water. Bring the water to a boil. Cover, remove from heat, and let the eggs stand in the hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from the hot water and cool.
- 4
Peel the eggs and cut around the egg white, keeping the yolk whole.
- 5
Dice the egg whites and the potatoes. Combine them in a mixing bowl and add the salad dressing.
- 6
Toss the potatoes and egg together; crumble the egg yolk on top and serve chilled.
- Calories 516.03 kcal High
- Protein 8.57 g Moderate
- Carbs 43.38 g Moderate
- Total Fat 33.57 g High
- Saturated Fat 4.53 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 116.66 mg High
- Sodium 496.72 mg High
- Fiber 3.14 g Moderate
- Sugar 1.53 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 44.84 mg Low Source
- Iron 3.52 mg Moderate
- Potassium 942.76 mg Good Source
- Vitamin A 59.99 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 45.58 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 1.98 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Basic Red Potato Salad is an American side dish recipe made with 3 ingredients. It takes about 40 mins, serves 3, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Eggs, Red Potato, and Salad Dressing. Each serving provides about 516.03 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Basic Red Potato Salad?
- It is an American salad recipe made with 3 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Basic Red Potato Salad made of?
- The main ingredients are Eggs, Red Potato, Salad Dressing. The full list of 3 is above.
- How long does it take to make Basic Red Potato Salad?
- About 40 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 516.03 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Basic Red Potato Salad easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 3 ingredients and 6 steps.
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