Ultimate Potato Salad Recipe: A Crowd-Pleasing Classic

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Deliciously creamy potato salad with crispy bacon, fresh herbs, and a tangy twist. The perfect side dish for any occasion!

Indulge in the delightful flavours of our savoury potato salad recipe, perfect for picnics, BBQs, and family gatherings. This homemade dish combines tender potatoes, crispy bacon, and a creamy blend of mayo, sour cream, and Dijon mustard. Fresh herbs like green onions, parsley, and dill add a burst of fresh flavours. Don’t forget the hard-boiled eggs, red onions, and celery to complete this delicious side dish. Whether you’re hosting a summer cookout or just looking for a scrumptious side, our savory potato salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser!

Potato Salad Recipe

Get ready to impress your guests with the ultimate potato salad recipe. Creamy, flavourful, and perfect for any occasion, this classic dish is a favourite at gatherings. Follow our step-by-step instructions to make your own, and you'll never go back to store-bought potato salad again.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Large Pot

Ingredients

  • 10-12 Yukon Gold Potatoes, sliced into 1 inch cubes
  • 6 Bacon Slices, cooked and crumbled
  • 2 Celery stalks, finely diced
  • 1 Red Onion, finely diced
  • ½ cup Green onion, chopped
  • 4 Hard Boiled Eggs, chopped
  • ½ Cup Fresh Parsley, chopped
  • ½ Cup Fresh Dill, chopped
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 1 Cup Mayo
  • ½ Cup Sour Cream
  • ¼ Cup Dijon Mustard
  • ½ lemon, Juiced

Instructions

  • Start by boiling the potatoes until they're fork-tender. Drain and allow them to cool before cutting them into bite-sized pieces
  • While the potatoes are cooling, cook the bacon until it's crispy. Once done, crumble it into small bits.
  • In a bowl, make the creamy dressing by whisking together mayo, sour cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Adjust the seasonings to taste.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked potatoes, chopped green onions, fresh parsley, and dill.
  • Add the chopped hard-boiled eggs, crumbled bacon, diced red onions, and sliced celery.
  • Gently fold the creamy dressing into the potato mixture, ensuring all ingredients are coated.
  • Taste and make any final adjustments to the seasoning.
  • Cover the bowl and chill your potato salad in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.
  • Just before serving, garnish with extra fresh parsley and dill for a burst of freshness.
  • This delectable potato salad recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Its rich, creamy flavors, paired with the perfect combination of ingredients, will elevate your outdoor gatherings. Enjoy the compliments and empty plates!
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: BBQ recipes, Creamy potato salad, Delicious side dishes, Family gathering recipes, Fresh herbs, Homemade potato salad, Picnic side dish, Potato salad, Potato salad with bacon, Savory potato salad

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