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Easy Creamy Potato Salad Recipe – Best Homemade Classic Side Dish

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Creamy Potato Salad with the perfect balance of creamy and crunchy textures, made with a simple technique that makes the potatoes absorb maximum flavor. This will become your family’s signature side dish!

  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 900g small waxy potatoes (Yukon Gold recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 125ml sour cream
  • 60ml mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • ½ medium red onion, finely chopped
  • 3 celery stalks, finely chopped
  • 1 medium dill pickle, finely chopped
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped (optional)
  • 60ml fresh herbs (parsley, dill, chives)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook potatoes in a large pot of cold salted water until fork-tender (15–20 minutes).
  2. Prepare an ice bath in a large bowl.
  3. Soak chopped red onion in cold water for 10 minutes, then drain.
  4. Drain potatoes and transfer immediately into ice bath until cool enough to handle.
  5. Peel potatoes while still slightly warm.
  6. Cut into chunks and place in a large bowl. Drizzle with apple cider vinegar and season with salt while warm.
  7. Mix sour cream, mayonnaise, and mustard in a separate bowl.
  8. Gently fold dressing, onion, celery, pickles, eggs, and herbs into potatoes.
  9. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold for best texture.
  • Adding vinegar while warm helps flavor absorption.
  • Soaking onions removes harsh bite.
  • Best flavor develops after resting overnight.
  • Store in fridge for 3–4 days.
  • Author: lily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Boiled
  • Cuisine: American