Classic Country Potato Salad Simple and Flavorful Dish
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon celery seed
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 hard-boiled eggs chopped
- 1 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 cup sweet pickle relish
- to taste Salt and black pepper
- for garnish Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Begin by placing the diced Yukon Gold potatoes in a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender. Drain and let them cool completely.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, celery seed, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
- Once the potatoes have cooled, add them to the mixing bowl along with the chopped hard-boiled eggs, celery, red onion, and sweet pickle relish.
- Gently fold all the ingredients together, being careful not to mash the potatoes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld together.
- Before serving, give the potato salad a gentle stir and garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a burst of color.
💡 Chef's Notes
Serve the potato salad in a large bowl or platter and sprinkle some additional chopped parsley on top. You can also add a few slices of boiled egg on the edge for an elegant touch.