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American Potato Salad: Classic Comfort Recipe for BBQ
Samantha Jones

American Potato Salad: Classic Comfort Recipe for BBQ

A creamy, tangy potato salad packed with herbs and balanced sweetness. This no-pork, no-alcohol BBQ staple combines boiled potatoes, eggs, and a zesty mayo-vinegar dressing for a nostalgic, easy-to-make side dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

  • Large russet potatoes 2 lbs (≈10 cups, cubed)
  • Hard-boiled eggs 4, peeled and diced
  • Red onion ½ cup, finely diced
  • Celery stalks 1 cup, chopped
  • Mayonnaise ¾ cup
  • Greek yogurt ¼ cup
  • Apple cider vinegar 2 Tbsp
  • Dijon mustard 1 tsp
  • Honey 1 tsp
  • Fresh dill 2 Tbsp, chopped
  • Fresh parsley 2 Tbsp, chopped
  • Large egg yolks 2, whisked

Method
 

  1. Place cubed potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water
  2. Add a pinch of salt, bring to a boil, and cook for 8 minutes until tender
  3. Drain potatoes and let cool for about 10 minutes in the pot with the lid on
  4. In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey
  5. Whisk in large egg yolks until smooth
  6. Add cooled potatoes, diced hard-boiled eggs, red onion, celery, dill, parsley, and smoked paprika (if using)
  7. Mix gently until well coated
  8. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld
  9. Garnish with additional herbs or microgreens before serving

Notes

Replace russet potatoes with Yukon Gold for creamier texture
Substitute chickpeas for hard-boiled eggs in a vegetarian version
Shallot provides a milder onion flavor
Hummus can partially replace mayonnaise for reduced calorie richness
Chill salad for up to 24 hours for optimal firmness