Perfect Potato Salad

Perfect Potato Salad

Chef John's perfect potato salad recipe is made with celery, hard-boiled eggs, and a creamy mayo-Dijon mustard dressing, making it classic American.

Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
45 min
Total Time
210 min
Servings
12

Instructions

  1. 1

    {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Place potatoes in a pot with ΒΌ cup salt; cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until tender, about 40 minutes (depending on potato size). Transfer potatoes to a plate; cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes.'}

  2. 2

    {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Peel and discard potato skins; cut into larger-than-bite-sized pieces, they will break down slightly when tossed with dressing. Transfer potatoes to a large bowl; fold in eggs, celery, onion, and parsley. Set aside.'}

  3. 3

    {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Whisk mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, 1 teaspoon salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl; fold into potato mixture until well combined. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap; refrigerate until chilled, 2 to 3 hours.'}

  4. 4

    {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Taste for seasonings and texture; add salt and mayonnaise as desired. Garnish with chives and paprika before serving.'}

Nutrition Facts

Per serving (12 servings total)

279
Calories
4 g
Protein
22 g
Carbs
20 g
Fat
2 g
Fiber
2282 mg
Sodium
Source: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/258493/perfect-potato-salad/
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