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A bowl of classic potato salad, likely for a picnic or BBQ

Quick way to grow Potato Salad for a Crowd

This recipe provides a quick and efficient way to prepare a delicious potato salad perfect for large gatherings. It focuses on simple steps and readily available ingredients to serve a crowd.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 5 lbs potatoes
  • 4 stalks celery diced
  • 1 red onion finely chopped
  • 1.5 cups mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 0.25 cup fresh dill chopped
Seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash, peel, and cut the potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Place them in a large pot and cover with cold, salted water.
  2. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork, about 15-20 minutes. Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly.
Assembly
  1. While potatoes are cooking, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Add the slightly cooled potatoes, diced celery, finely chopped red onion, and fresh dill to the bowl with the dressing. Gently fold everything together until well combined.
  3. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. For best results, cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

For an extra pop of flavor, consider adding a pinch of smoked paprika or a dash of hot sauce to the dressing. You can also garnish with extra fresh dill or chopped chives before serving.