Vicki's Classic Potato Salad Recipe

This creamy, dreamy potato salad is a cookout MUST-HAVE! Perfectly seasoned with a tangy vinaigrette and fluffy potatoes, it's the ultimate side dish that will impress your guests. Even better the next day!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 309.1 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 5.0 (19 Reviews)
Vicki's Classic Potato Salad

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Vicki's Classic Potato Salad

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How to Make Vicki's Classic Potato Salad

  1. Wash and quarter 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes. Place in a large covered saucepan and cover with cold salted water (about 1 teaspoon salt). Bring to a boil over high heat.
  2. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until potatoes are easily pierced with a fork.
  3. Drain potatoes thoroughly in a colander and let them cool slightly.
  4. Once cool enough to handle, peel and cube the potatoes into ½-inch pieces. Transfer to a large bowl.
  5. Add 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped, and 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped, to the potatoes.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together: ½ cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 teaspoon celery seed, 2 tablespoons white vinegar, 1 tablespoon yellow mustard, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ cup sweet pickle relish.
  7. Pour the dressing over the potato mixture and gently toss to coat evenly.
  8. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!
  9. Garnish with fresh dill or parsley before serving (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

34 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

11g

Carbs

14g