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Creamy Classic Potato Salad Recipe with Mustard and Dill – Easy Homemade Side Dish

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A quick and easy creamy potato salad featuring tangy mustard and fresh dill, perfect for summer gatherings and barbecues.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold or red potatoes, washed and cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 stalk celery, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place the cut potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook for 12-15 minutes until potatoes are just tender when pierced with a fork (not mushy). Drain well and set aside to cool slightly.
  2. While potatoes cook, place eggs in a small saucepan, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Once boiling, turn off heat and let eggs sit for 10 minutes. Drain, cool under cold water, peel, and chop.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, white wine vinegar, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
  4. Stir in the finely chopped celery, red onion, and fresh dill. If using sweet pickle relish, fold it in here.
  5. Add the warm (not hot) potatoes to the dressing bowl. Toss gently to coat, allowing the potatoes to absorb the flavors.
  6. Fold in the chopped hard-boiled eggs carefully to keep their shape intact.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or mustard if needed.
  8. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

Use waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold or red potatoes to hold shape. Avoid overboiling potatoes to prevent mushiness. Mix gently to keep potato chunks intact. Chill at least 1 hour for best flavor. Fresh dill is recommended over dried. Add a splash of milk or extra mayo if salad feels stiff after chilling. Avoid freezing as texture and dressing quality degrade.

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