This potato salad is my go-to recipe. This is a basic potato and egg salad recipe with a creamy mayonnaise dressing. It may seem simple, but it packs plenty of flavor. It’s also versatile, with many possibilities for additional ingredients and dressing variations. If you aren’t a fan of onions, feel free to leave them out, or use milder green onions instead. Or you might add a little buttermilk or sour cream to the mayonnaise for a tangy flavor.
Recipe Variations
- Herbs: Add chopped herbs, such as dill, parsley, or chives to add fresh aromatic flavors.
- Pickles: Relish or chopped pickles can add and extra element of crunch and flavor.
- Bacon: Add crumbled cooked bacon for savory, smoky flavor.
- Spices: Try adding a bit of smoked paprika, or experiment with curry powder.
- Vegetables: Mix in diced cucumber, bell pepper, or cherry tomatoes.
- Smoked Fish: Consider adding smoked salmon or haddock for a unique twist.
Potato and Egg Salad
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 to 6 servings 1x
Description
The creamy mayo and mustard dressing and customizable ingredients make this potato and egg salad a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 pounds potatoes (red-skinned or Yukon gold preferred)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt for the cooking water
- 4 large hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 3/4 to 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard, or to taste
- 1/2 cup finely chopped sweet onion
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
Cook the Potatoes: Peel the potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes. Put the potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pan, and cook for 12 to 15 minutes or until fork tender but still firm. Drain and let them cool with the lid ajar. 
Assemble the Salad: Combine the cooled potatoes with the chopped eggs, onion, and celery. Add 3/4 cup of mayonnaise, mustard, and pepper and gently toss to combine, adding more mayonnaise if needed. Taste and adjust the seasonings with salt and pepper as needed. 
Serve: Garnish the salad with parsley and/or paprika if desired. Enjoy! 
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Potatoes
- Cuisine: American
