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Creamy-Potato-Salad-Easy-Make-Ahead-BBQ-Side-Salad-Recipe

Creamy Potato Salad | Easy Make-Ahead BBQ Side Salad

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  • Author: Anna
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Boiling and Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This creamy potato salad features yukon gold potatoes and a tangy dressing, making it the ideal side dish for barbecues and gatherings. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, it’s a must-have for any occasion!


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds yukon gold potatoes, cut into ½-inch pieces
  • ¾ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons dill pickle brine
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 2 garlic cloves, grated
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • ½ cup diced dill pickles
  • ½ cup chopped fresh chives
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped, optional

Instructions

  1. Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes or until fork-tender. Drain and let cool.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, pickle brine, apple cider vinegar, mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  3. In a large bowl, combine cooled potatoes with the dressing and stir to coat, mashing slightly for creaminess.
  4. Gently fold in celery, chopped pickles, chives, dill, and optional hard-boiled eggs.
  5. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour or up to 1 day before serving.
  6. Season to taste before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the seasoning to your liking.
For a creamier texture, mash more potatoes during mixing.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 19g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg