Grandma's Famous Potato Salad

Discover the nostalgic charm of Grandma's Famous Potato Salad, a timeless side dish that’s destined to steal the spotlight at your next gathering! Made with creamy Yukon Gold potatoes, tangy Dijon mustard, crunchy celery, and a hint of sweetness from diced pickles and pickle juice, this classic recipe strikes the perfect balance of flavors and textures. Tossed in a luscious mayo-based dressing with a touch of apple cider vinegar and a sprinkle of smoked paprika, it’s a flavorful crowd-pleaser that only gets better with time. Serve it chilled and watch it become the ultimate potluck or barbecue favorite—comfort food at its finest!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
• 4 large Hard-boiled eggs
• 1 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
• 2 stalks, diced Celery
• 0.5 cup, finely chopped Red onion
• 0.5 cup, diced Sweet pickles
• 1 tablespoon Sweet pickle juice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika

Directions

Step 1

Peel the Yukon Gold potatoes and cut them into bite-sized chunks (about 1 to 1.5 inches).

Step 2

Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add a pinch of salt to the water.

Step 3

Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook the potatoes for 12-15 minutes, or until they are fork-tender but not falling apart.

Step 4

Drain the potatoes and spread them out on a baking sheet to cool slightly.

Step 5

While the potatoes cool, peel the hard-boiled eggs and chop them into small pieces.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, and sweet pickle juice until smooth.

Step 7

Add the diced celery, chopped red onion, diced sweet pickles, and chopped hard-boiled eggs to the bowl. Mix gently to combine.

Step 8

Once the potatoes are cooled to room temperature, add them to the bowl with the dressing and vegetables.

Step 9

Sprinkle in the salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Gently fold everything together, ensuring the potatoes are evenly coated.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed (add more salt, pepper, or a splash of pickle juice if desired).

Step 11

Cover the potato salad and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let the flavors meld together. Overnight is even better!

Step 12

Serve cold or at room temperature, garnished with a light dusting of smoked paprika or fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1401.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2598.5

Total Fat 179.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 235.3mg	0%
Sodium 4188.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 238.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.5g	0%
Total Sugars 30.2g
Protein 20.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 209.1mg	0%
Iron 7.8mg	0%
Potassium 4113.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.0%

Protein: 3.0%

Carbs: 36.0%