Name: Classic Potato Salad
Cook time: 1 h 15 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 8 Servings
Cuisine: American

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April 29, 2025

9 Ingredients

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This is a very classic potato salad, all-American and old-fashioned in the best sense of the words. Feel free to customize it with additional fresh herbs (a couple of tablespoons of chopped fresh basil, a tablespoon of chopped mint, or a teaspoon of thyme leaves) or chopped pickles or hard-cooked eggs. The recipe, which makes 6 cups, is a Yummly original created by Katie Workman.

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Classic Potato Salad

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Ingredients

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WarningEggs and 3 other allergens identified

Instructions

Place potatoes in a Dutch oven or other 5- to 6-qt. pot and cover with cold water. Add 1 Tbsp. salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain in a colander.

While potatoes are simmering, in a large bowl, stir together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, vinegar, remaining 1/2 tsp. salt, and the pepper. Add onion, celery, and 1/4 cup parsley, and stir.

Add drained warm potatoes to dressing and toss to coat. To serve salad right away, set bowl in a larger bowl of ice water and let stand, stirring occasionally, until cool, about 45 minutes. Or cover bowl and refrigerate about 5 hours to cool completely.

Sprinkle salad with more parsley. Chill any leftovers up to 2 days and stir before serving.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Potato Perfection 🥔
Choose waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold or red potatoes, and cook them whole with the skin on to prevent waterlogging and maintain a creamy texture.
Chill Factor 🧊
Always cool potatoes completely before mixing with mayonnaise to prevent a runny, separated dressing and ensure the perfect creamy consistency.
Flavor Layering 🌿
Let the potatoes absorb the white wine vinegar and seasonings while still warm to maximize flavor penetration and depth.
Texture Trick 🔪
Dice the red onion and celery into uniform, small pieces to ensure even distribution and a balanced bite in every spoonful.
Make-Ahead Magic 🕰️
Prepare the potato salad at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld, and always keep chilled until serving for food safety and optimal taste.