Creamy Red Potato Salad
Creamy Red Potato Salad is the ultimate summer side dish, combining tender red potatoes with a rich and tangy dressing. Perfect for barbecues, picnics, or family gatherings, this salad evokes nostalgic memories while being incredibly simple to prepare. Its vibrant colors and creamy texture make it a stunning addition to any table, ensuring you impress your guests with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds red potatoes
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 cup finely chopped celery
- ½ cup diced red onion
- ¼ cup chopped fresh dill or parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Potatoes: Wash red potatoes and place them in a large pot of salted cold water. Bring to a boil and simmer for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and let cool.
- 2. Prepare Ingredients: Finely chop celery and red onion. Roughly chop fresh herbs.
- 3. Mix Dressing: In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- 4. Combine Ingredients: Cut cooled potatoes into bite-sized pieces and fold into the dressing with celery, onion, and herbs until well-coated.
- 5. Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld.
- 6. Serve: Stir gently before serving in a bowl with extra herbs on top as garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: - For added crunch, consider mixing in diced pickles or relish. - Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter option. - This salad can be made up to a day in advance; just stir before serving.