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Potato salad with hard-boiled eggs, red onions, and fresh dill, served in a ceramic dish on a blue tile table with mustard in the background.

Your New Go-To Potato Salad Recipe: Easy and Flavorful

A creamy and flavorful potato salad that’s perfect for BBQs, picnics, or family dinners. Quick, easy, and crowd-pleasing!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 people
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Mixing bowl
  • Potato masher optional
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

For the Salad

  • 2 lbs (1 kg) Yukon Gold or Red Potatoes
  • 3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
  • ½ cup celery, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped

For the Dressing

  • ¾ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill or parsley (optional)

Instructions
 

Boil the Potatoes

  • Wash and peel the potatoes if desired. Cut them into evenly sized chunks.
  • Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Add a pinch of salt.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10–12 minutes or until fork-tender. Drain and let cool.

Prepare the Dressing

  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Combine the Ingredients

  • In a large bowl, combine the cooled potatoes, chopped eggs, celery, and red onion.
  • Pour the dressing over the potato mixture and gently toss to coat evenly.

Chill and Serve

  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
  • Before serving, garnish with fresh dill or parsley if desired.

Notes

Enjoy this easy and flavorful potato salad as the perfect side dish for your next gathering!