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Classic American Potato Salad

Creamy, tangy potato salad with celery and red onion. Ready in under 25 minutes and perfect for picnics, potlucks, or weeknight sides.

Total time
22 min
Servings
4
Calories
385
Protein
3g
Classic American Potato Salad
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Cut potatoes into 1-inch chunks. Boil in salted water until fork-tender, about 12 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Drain potatoes well and spread on a plate to cool slightly, about 3 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Slice celery into 1/4-inch-thick pieces. Dice red onion into 1/4-inch pieces.

  4. Step 4

    Whisk together mayo, vinegar, and mustard in a large bowl until smooth.

  5. Step 5

    Add cooled potatoes, celery, and red onion to the dressing and fold gently until combined.

  6. Step 6

    Taste and adjust with salt and black pepper. Top with chives. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot
  • cutting board
  • chef's knife
  • colander
  • large mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • wooden spoon

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