Chopped Egg Potato Salad (Printable)

A creamy blend of tender potatoes, chopped eggs, and fresh herbs in a tangy dressing, ideal for picnics or sides.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 ½ lbs Yukon Gold or red potatoes, peeled and diced
02 - 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
03 - ½ small red onion, finely diced

→ Eggs

04 - 4 large eggs

→ Dressing

05 - ⅔ cup mayonnaise
06 - 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
07 - 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
08 - ½ tsp salt, or to taste
09 - ¼ tsp black pepper

→ Fresh Herbs

10 - 2 tbsp fresh chives or dill, chopped

→ Optional Add-ins

11 - 1 small dill pickle, finely chopped (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Place diced potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold salted water, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and let cool slightly.
02 - Place eggs in a saucepan, cover with cold water, and bring to a boil. Once boiling, cover, remove from heat, and let stand for 10 minutes. Transfer eggs to an ice bath, peel, and chop.
03 - In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Stir until smooth.
04 - Add cooled potatoes, chopped eggs, celery, red onion, herbs, and optional pickle to the dressing. Gently mix until evenly coated.
05 - Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Creamy comforting flavor
  • Perfect for picnics and barbecues
02 -
  • Substitute half mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter salad
  • Add a pinch of smoked paprika for extra flavor
03 -
  • Use Yukon Gold potatoes for the creamiest texture
  • Chill the salad before serving allow flavors to meld
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