Picnic Party Potato Salad

Make your next outdoor gathering unforgettable with this classic and crowd-pleasing Picnic Party Potato Salad! Perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or lazy summer afternoons, this recipe combines tender russet potatoes with the satisfying crunch of celery, red onion, and dill pickles. Creamy mayonnaise and tangy yellow mustard create a robust dressing, balanced with hints of apple cider vinegar, a touch of sweetness, and a sprinkle of smoky paprika. Hard-boiled eggs add richness, while fresh parsley provides a vibrant finish. With minimal prep and a chilling time that deepens the flavors, this potato salad is the ultimate make-ahead dish. Serve it cold and watch as it becomes the star of every picnic table!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 lbs russet potatoes
• 4 large hard-boiled eggs
• 3 stalks celery
• 1 small red onion
• 1 cup dill pickles
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp yellow mustard
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 tsp paprika
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Peel the potatoes and cut them into bite-sized cubes. Place them in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt to the water.

Step 2

Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook the potatoes for 10-12 minutes or until they are fork-tender. Drain and let them cool to room temperature.

Step 3

While the potatoes are cooling, peel and dice the hard-boiled eggs. Dice the celery, red onion, and dill pickles into small pieces.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Whisk until smooth.

Step 5

Add the cooled potatoes, diced eggs, celery, onion, and pickles to the bowl with the dressing. Gently toss everything together until evenly coated.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to suit your preference.

Step 7

Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the potato salad for garnish.

Step 8

Cover and refrigerate the potato salad for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Serve chilled and enjoy your Picnic Party Potato Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2231.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3468.9

Total Fat 194.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 1057.3mg	0%
Sodium 4589.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 376.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.5g	0%
Total Sugars 34.2g
Protein 67.3g	0%

Vitamin D 200IU	0%
Calcium 377.7mg	0%
Iron 20.9mg	0%
Potassium 8321.1mg	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: 49.6%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 42.7%