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Creamy Potato Salad with Olives

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  • Author: Nova
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 4 hours 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Boiling and Mixing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing and creamy potato salad with the tangy flavor of olives, perfect for gatherings and picnics.


Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and roughly chopped
  • 1 ½ cups mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup celery, finely diced
  • ½ cup red onion, finely minced
  • 3 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh dill, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place potato chunks in a large pot, cover with cold water by 2 inches, add 1 tablespoon salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 12-15 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and spread on a baking sheet to cool completely.
  2. Whisk mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, garlic powder, and paprika in a medium bowl until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. In a large bowl, combine cooled potatoes, celery, red onion, eggs, olives, dill, and parsley.
  4. Pour dressing over the potato mixture and fold gently until evenly coated.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, consider adding diced pickles or other herbs of your choice.
  • This salad can be made a day in advance to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 22g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg