Creamy Potato Salad Celery Eggs (Printable View)

Potatoes, celery, green onion, eggs, and creamy mayo combine for a hearty homemade side.

# What You Need:

→ Salad Base

01 - 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes

→ Vegetables

02 - 3 stalks celery, diced
03 - 4 green onions, sliced

→ Eggs

04 - 4 large eggs, hard-boiled and chopped

→ Dressing

05 - 1 cup mayonnaise
06 - 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
07 - 1 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

# How To Make It:

01 - Place potato cubes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt, then bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce to medium and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until fork-tender. Drain thoroughly and let cool to room temperature.
02 - Set eggs in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer for 10 minutes. Transfer eggs to an ice bath and cool for 5 minutes. Peel and chop the eggs.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, gently mix the cooled potatoes, celery, green onions, and chopped eggs.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
05 - Pour the dressing over the potato mixture and fold gently until all ingredients are evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour prior to serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Uses simple ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen
  • Perfect make-ahead side dish for gatherings
  • Creamy, tangy, and full of texture
  • Pairs with everything from grilled meats to veggie burgers
02 -
  • Naturally gluten free and vegetarian
  • Stays fresh for up to four days in the fridge
  • Feeds a crowd with almost no extra effort
03 -
  • Always start potatoes in cold water to ensure even cooking
  • Let potatoes cool fully before mixing with the mayo to prevent the dressing from becoming gluey
  • For extra flavor sprinkle a pinch of kosher salt onto the potatoes while they are still warm
  • Taste and adjust the dressing before combining with the potatoes as different brands of mayo or mustard will vary
  • A wide spatula or spoon helps keep potato cubes intact for the best texture
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