Creamy Potato Salad

Potato salad is a classic summer dish often found at picnics or barbecues. German immigrants first brought family recipes to the U.S. in the 19th century, which have led to many variations today.

Ingredients:

2 lb thin-skinned potatoes (Yukon gold, fingerling, red bliss)

1 Tbsp AND ½ tsp salt, divided

2 Tbsp onion, peeled and diced

1 cup fresh sugar snap peas, diced OR frozen peas

2 – 3 ribs celery, trimmed and diced

2 Tbsp parsley, dill OR basil leaves finely chopped

3 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped into small cubes

1 tsp white vinegar

½ cup mayonnaise OR Greek yogurt

1 tsp mustard

⅛ – ¼ tsp ground black pepper

Optional garnish: Seasonal Green Pesto

Equipment:

Large pot

Cooktop

Water

Measuring cups and spoons

Fork

Colander

Large bowl

Kitchen knife

Cutting board

Small bowl

Peeler (optional)

Ingredients:

2 lb thin-skinned potatoes (Yukon gold, fingerling, red bliss)

1 Tbsp AND ½ tsp salt, divided

2 Tbsp onion, peeled and diced

1 cup fresh sugar snap peas, diced OR frozen peas

2 – 3 ribs celery, trimmed and diced

2 Tbsp parsley, dill OR basil leaves finely chopped

3 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped into small cubes

1 tsp white vinegar

½ cup mayonnaise OR Greek yogurt

1 tsp mustard

⅛ – ¼ tsp ground black pepper

Optional garnish: Seasonal Green Pesto

Equipment:

Large pot

Cooktop

Water

Measuring cups and spoons

Fork

Colander

Large bowl

Kitchen knife

Cutting board

Small bowl

Peeler (optional)

Directions:

  1. Gather all the ingredients and equipment. Wash the produce and prepare it as detailed in the ingredients list – make sure to thoroughly scrub and rinse the potatoes!
  2. Place the whole potatoes in a large pot and add water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Add 1 tbsp salt and reduce heat to medium. Cook until the potato can be easily pierced with a fork, about 20 minutes for medium-sized potatoes. Then carefully pour out the water and remove potatoes to a large bowl to cool off.
  4. In a separate small bowl, mix together celery, onion, parsley, vinegar, mayonnaise, mustard, black pepper, and ½ tsp salt.
  5. Once the potatoes are cool enough to handle, peel and chop into bite-size pieces. Remove the skins if desired
  6. Return the potatoes to the large bowl and toss with the dressing and chopped eggs. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.