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Ina Garten's Potato Salad

Ina Garten's Potato Salad

A classic, creamy, and tangy potato salad perfect for picnics, barbecues, and summer gatherings. Followed closely to Ina Garten's style for brightness and flavor.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Course: Lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes Washed and quartered
  • 2 tablespoons Kosher salt For boiling water
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Good quality
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
  • 6 stalks Celery Finely diced
  • 1/2 cup Red onion Finely minced
  • 3 tablespoons Fresh parsley Chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh dill Chopped
  • 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 water. Add 2 tablespoons of Kosher salt and bring to a boil over high heat.
  2. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well and let them cool slightly for about 10 minutes.
  3. While the potatoes are cooling, prepare the dressing. In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and red wine vinegar until smooth.
  4. Gently fold in the diced celery, minced red onion, chopped parsley, and dill into the dressing mixture. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  5. While the potatoes are still slightly warm (this helps them absorb the flavor), gently add them to the bowl with the dressing. Fold carefully until the potatoes are evenly coated, taking care not to mash them completely.
  6. Cover the potato salad and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (preferably 4 hours) to allow the flavors to meld before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.

Notes

For a tangier flavor, you can substitute 1/4 cup of the mayonnaise with sour cream or plain Greek yogurt. Ensure the potatoes are slightly warm when mixing so they absorb the dressing effectively.