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picnic idea Dill Potato Salad

Delightful Picnic Idea: Creamy Dill Potato Salad Recipe

This picnic idea Dill Potato Salad combines fresh herbs and creamy dressing for a delightful side dish, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 pounds small waxy potatoes like red or Yukon Gold
  • 1 teaspoon salt for cooking potatoes
  • ½ cup red onion finely chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • ¼ cup fresh dill chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash the potatoes under cold running water and cut them into 1-inch cubes.
  2. Fill a large pot with cold water over the potatoes and add salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt or sour cream, and Dijon mustard. Whisk until smooth, then add chopped dill and parsley.
  4. Add the cooled potatoes and chopped red onion to the dressing. Toss gently to combine.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning after chilling, if needed.
  6. Cover the bowl or transfer to an airtight container. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavor, allow the salad to chill and blend for longer if possible. Use fresh herbs for maximum impact.

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