Classic Potato Salad for Delicious Summer Cookouts
There is no substitute for a Classic Potato Salad. Especially when it's made in the style of grandma's potato salad. It's creamy, and sweet, and comforting... just a little bit addictive.
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 243kcal
Ingredients
- 6 medium size potatoes about 2 pounds
- 4 hard-boiled eggs how to boil eggs, chopped
- 1 small onion about 1/3 cup chopped finely
- 2/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice or to taste
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- salt and pepper to taste
garnish:
- 3-4 green onions chopped
- paprika
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, boil potatoes in salted water to cover with their "jackets on," as my grandmother used to say, for 20 to 25 minutes, or until tender. Drain well. Remove skins and cube when cool enough to handle.
- While the potatoes are cooking, mix together the mayonnaise, salt and pepper, lemon juice, and sugar in a small bowl. Set aside.
- To a medium size bowl, add cooked cubed potatoes and onion. Toss lightly to coat with the mayonnaise mixture; stir in the eggs. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours and up to 24 hours. To serve, garnish with chopped green onions and a sprinkling of paprika.
Notes
When buying potatoes for salads, it's important to select a variety that will keep its shape. For that reason, "waxy" potatoes are a perfect choice. Varieties include Yellow Finn, Yukon Gold, and red potatoes.
Nutrition
Serving: 3/4 cup | Calories: 243kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 128mg | Potassium: 595mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 153IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg