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Classic Summer Dill Potato Salad

Classic Summer Dill Potato Salad

A timeless, creamy, and refreshing potato salad bursting with fresh dill, perfect for picnics, BBQs, and summer gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Barbecue, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Potatoes and Initial Prep
  • 3 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes or red potatoes, quartered
  • 1 tablespoon Salt For boiling water
  • 2 large Eggs hard-boiled
Dressing Ingredients
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise full-fat recommended
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup Celery finely diced
  • 1/2 cup Red onion finely minced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh dill chopped generously
  • 1 teaspoon Salt or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper freshly ground

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Place the quartered potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold, salted water (use 1 tablespoon salt). Bring to a boil over high heat.
  2. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender. Drain thoroughly and let them cool slightly while you prepare the other ingredients.
  3. While potatoes cool, chop the hard-boiled eggs, celery, and red onion. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, fresh dill, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper until smooth and well combined.
  5. Gently add the slightly warm, drained potatoes and the chopped eggs to the bowl with the celery and onion. Pour the dressing over the mixture.
  6. Using a rubber spatula, gently fold the ingredients together until the potatoes are evenly coated. Be careful not to mash the potatoes too much; aim for some texture.
  7. Cover the potato salad and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving; this allows the flavors to meld properly. Taste and adjust seasoning (salt/pepper) before serving.

Notes

For an extra tang, you can substitute 1/4 cup of the mayonnaise with sour cream or Greek yogurt. Always cool potatoes slightly before dressing, as hot potatoes absorb the dressing unevenly.