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Classic Creamy American Potato Salad Recipe Easy 5-Ingredient Perfect Side Dish

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A simple, creamy, and tangy potato salad made with just five key ingredients, perfect for potlucks and casual gatherings. This recipe balances mayo and mustard with tender potatoes for a classic American side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds (900 g) Yukon Gold or red potatoes, scrubbed and cut into bite-sized chunks
  • ¾ cup (180 ml) good-quality mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 stalk celery, finely diced
  • 2 large eggs, hard-boiled and chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Scrub 2 pounds (900 g) of Yukon Gold or red potatoes and cut into roughly 1-inch chunks.
  2. Place potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, add a pinch of salt, bring to a boil, then simmer for 10-12 minutes until tender but firm. Drain and let cool slightly.
  3. Place 2 large eggs in a separate pot, cover with cold water, bring to a boil, cover and remove from heat. Let sit for 10 minutes, then cool under cold water, peel, and chop.
  4. Finely dice 1 celery stalk.
  5. In a bowl, combine ¾ cup mayonnaise with 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard and stir until smooth.
  6. Gently fold the warm potatoes, chopped eggs, and celery into the mayo-mustard mixture. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Mix gently to avoid mashing the potatoes.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to let flavors meld and texture firm up.

Notes

Use waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold or red potatoes to hold shape. Do not overboil potatoes to avoid mushiness. Mix gently to prevent crushing potatoes. Season in layers and chill before serving for best flavor. Celery should be added just before chilling to keep crunch. May swap half mayo with Greek yogurt for lighter version or use vegan mayo and omit eggs for vegan option.

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