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The Best Potato Salad Recipe

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds small potatoes yellow, red, or white
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1/2 medium red onion finely chopped
  • 3 celery ribs finely chopped
  • 1 medium dill pickle finely chopped
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs peeled and chopped (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs parsley, dill, chives, tarragon, or cilantro

Instructions

  • Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook until potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
    The Best Potato Salad Recipe
  • Rinse the potatoes under cold water so they are cool enough to handle. Use a pairing knife to slip off the skins if desired. Cut the potatoes into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large bowl. Sprinkle with vinegar and a pinch of salt and pepper.
    The Best Potato Salad Recipe
  • In a separate bowl, mix together sour cream, mayonnaise, and mustard. Once the potatoes have cooled, add this dressing to the potatoes and gently mix.
    The Best Potato Salad Recipe
  • Add the chopped red onion, celery, dill pickle, and optional hard-boiled eggs. Stir to combine.
    The Best Potato Salad Recipe
  • Fold in the fresh herbs and season with salt and pepper to taste. For best flavor, chill the potato salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
    The Best Potato Salad Recipe

Nutrition Info:

Calories: 252kcal (13%) Carbohydrates: 29g (10%) Protein: 6g (12%) Fat: 13g (20%) Saturated Fat: 4g (25%) Sodium: 213mg (9%) Fiber: 4g (17%) Sugar: 3g (3%)

Nutrition Disclaimer

Nutrition information are estimates only and may vary based on the specific brands, ingredients, and portion sizes you use. This data is provided for informational purposes only.