Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes | Servings: 6
Introduction
Creamy potato salad is a timeless comfort dish that brings together tender potatoes, creamy dressing, and colorful vegetables in every bite. This classic version includes hard-boiled eggs, sweet peas, and soft carrots for added texture and flavor. The rich, smooth dressing coats each piece of potato, creating a satisfying and well-balanced side dish perfect for picnics, barbecues, or family meals. It’s easy to prepare ahead of time and tastes even better after chilling. For the best texture, cook the potatoes just until fork-tender so they hold their shape without becoming mushy.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed (900 g)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup frozen peas, thawed (150 g)
- 1 cup carrots, diced and cooked (150 g)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (120 ml)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (15 ml)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (15 ml)
- 1 teaspoon salt (6 g)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (2 g)
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped (40 g)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Cook the potatoes: Place cubed potatoes in a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 10–12 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and let cool slightly.
- Boil the eggs: In a separate pot, boil eggs for 9–10 minutes until fully cooked. Cool, peel, and chop.
- Prepare the vegetables: Cook diced carrots until tender and thaw the peas.
- Make the dressing: In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine the salad: Add cooked potatoes, chopped eggs, peas, carrots, and red onion to the dressing. Gently mix to coat everything evenly.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve chilled.
FAQs
Q1: What type of potatoes work best?
Yukon Gold or red potatoes are ideal because they hold their shape and have a creamy texture.
Q2: Can I make creamy potato salad ahead of time?
Yes, it’s even better after chilling for a few hours or overnight.
Q3: How long does potato salad last?
Store in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days in an airtight container.