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Best Classic Potato Salad

Best Classic Potato Salad with Turkey Bacon and Chicken Ham

A delightful and creamy Best Classic Potato Salad, perfect for any gathering, featuring Yukon Gold potatoes and rich flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large bowl

Ingredients
  

Potatoes

  • 3 lb. Yukon Gold potatoes, unpeeled, cut into ½" pieces

Seasoning

  • Kosher salt for boiling and seasoning
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Vegetables

  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced chives

Sauce

  • 1 ½ cups mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup finely chopped dill pickles
  • 1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
  • 1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
  • ½ tsp. paprika

Eggs

  • 4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped See recipe link for hard-boiled eggs

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a large pot, cover potatoes with water; generously season with salt. Bring water to a boil and cook until potatoes are easily pierced with a knife, 12 to 15 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.
  • In a large bowl, mix onion, mayonnaise, pickles, mustard, lemon juice, and paprika until well combined. Fold in potatoes, eggs, and chives; season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

Chilling the salad enhances the flavors, making it even tastier.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 8gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg
Keyword classic recipes, comfort food, potato salad, salads, sides, summer recipes
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