Description
Creamy Tangy Memorial Day Potato Salad is the quintessential side dish for summer gatherings, combining tender Yukon Gold potatoes with a rich, creamy dressing and crunchy vegetables. This vibrant salad strikes the perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it an irresistible addition to picnics and barbecues. With its delightful mix of tangy and sweet elements, this recipe is sure to spark joy and nostalgia at your next holiday celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds Yukon Gold or red potatoes
- 1 cup full-fat mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 cup finely chopped celery
- 1 cup chopped sweet pickles
- ½ cup diced red onion
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 10-15 minutes. Drain and let cool.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and any additional spices as desired.
- Combine cooled potatoes with celery, sweet pickles, and red onion in a large bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the potato mixture and stir gently until all ingredients are well coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg