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Creamy Potato Salad with Fresh Herbs

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A classic homemade creamy potato salad featuring fresh herbs, a perfect balance of tangy and creamy flavors, ideal for picnics, potlucks, or family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds (900g) Yukon Gold or red potatoes, washed and cut into bite-sized chunks
  • ¾ cup (180ml) mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup (60ml) sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) apple cider vinegar
  • 1 stalk celery, finely diced
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • Optional: 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped

Instructions

  1. Place the cut potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water by an inch. Add a generous pinch of salt to the water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium and simmer gently for 12-15 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender but not falling apart.
  2. Drain the potatoes in a colander and run under cold water or let cool naturally for about 10 minutes to stop cooking.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth to make the dressing.
  4. Finely dice the celery and red onion. Chop the parsley, dill, and chives finely.
  5. Gently fold the cooled potatoes into the dressing. Add the celery, onion, and herbs, folding carefully to avoid mashing the potatoes. Fold in hard-boiled eggs if using. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to let flavors meld.

Notes

Do not overcook potatoes to avoid mushy salad. Use room-temperature mayonnaise and sour cream for better coating. Soak red onion in cold water for 10 minutes to soften the bite if desired. Fold ingredients gently to keep potato chunks intact. Chill salad for at least 1 hour before serving for best flavor.

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