Classic American Potato Salad

Name: Classic American Potato Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1 inch cubes; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons yellow mustard; 1/2 cup celery, finely diced; 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped; 1/4 cup dill pickles, diced; 2 hard boiled eggs, chopped; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

This creamy and tangy potato salad is the ultimate side dish for any summer cookout.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 15, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

15 minutes

Total

30 minutes

Serves

When it comes to 4th of July celebrations, nothing beats a classic American potato salad. It has that perfect balance of creamy mayo and tangy mustard that everyone loves, along with the right amount of crunch from fresh onions and pickles.

This recipe is a total crowd favorite because it holds up well on a buffet table and tastes even better once the flavors have had time to meld in the fridge. It is the kind of dish that makes a backyard barbecue feel complete.

Ingredients

2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1 inch cubes
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
1/2 cup celery, finely diced
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup dill pickles, diced
2 hard boiled eggs, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1
Place the potato cubes in a large pot and cover with water by an inch.
2
Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork, which takes about 10 to 12 minutes.
3
Drain the potatoes well and let them cool for about 15 minutes.
4
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and pepper.
5
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled potatoes, celery, onion, pickles, and chopped eggs.
6
Pour the dressing over the potato mixture and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
7
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

💡 Tips

For the best flavor, make this salad at least two hours ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator so the seasonings can soak into the potatoes. Keep the bowl in a cooler with ice if you are serving it outdoors on a hot day.

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