Description
This Très Simple Potato Salad is a creamy, flavorful, and easy-to-make dish perfect for any gathering! Made with boiled potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, crunchy celery, and tangy pickles, it’s a must-try for fans of easy potato salad and salad ideas. Whether you’re looking for a loaded potato salad, a twist on a mashed potato salad, or a side dish for BBQs, this recipe is a winner. Pair it with corn salad or try different salad dressing recipes for extra variety!
Ingredients
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- 4 medium potatoes (diced and boiled)
- 3 hard-boiled eggs (chopped)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1/2 cup celery (diced)
- 1/2 cup pickles (chopped)
- 1/4 cup green onions (chopped)
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the Potatoes – Dice potatoes and boil until fork-tender. Drain and let cool.
- Prepare the Dressing – In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, mustard, paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Combine Ingredients – In a large bowl, combine cooled potatoes, chopped eggs, celery, pickles, and green onions.
- Mix & Chill – Pour the dressing over the potato mixture and stir gently. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve & Enjoy – Sprinkle with extra paprika before serving for a pop of color!
Notes
- Swap mayonnaise for Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Add crispy bacon for a loaded potato salad variation.
- Try mixing in a bit of sour cream for extra creaminess.
