Ingredients and Weight:
- Potatoes (any type, peeled and cut into cubes): 500 grams
- Red onions (chopped): 1 medium
- Hard-boiled eggs (chopped): 4
- Celery (chopped): 1 stalk
- Mayonnaise: 1 cup
- Mustard: 1 tablespoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
- Fresh herbs (such as basil or rosemary) for flavor: a sprinkle
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: 30 minutes (boiling potatoes)
- Total: 50 minutes
Difficulty Level:
[Level 3] - Moderate. Needs attention to boiling and cooling the potatoes, and mixing the ingredients properly.
Preparation Method Steps:
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender. This will take about 20-30 minutes depending on the type of potato used.
- Once cooked, cool the potatoes and cut into bite-sized cubes.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped red onions, hard-boiled eggs, and celery.
- Add the cooked potatoes to the bowl and mix well.
- In a separate bowl, mix the mayonnaise, mustard, salt, black pepper, and fresh herbs together to create the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the potato mixture and ensure everything is coated evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to blend.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Approx. 400 per serving (based on small to medium-sized portions)
- Fat: 29g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 7g
- Fiber: 4g (based on ingredients listed)
Dish Characteristics:
- Classic American-style potato salad with a creamy mayonnaise dressing.
- Full of flavor from the combination of vegetables and hard-boiled eggs.
- Best served chilled and paired with grilled meats or as a side dish for a family meal.
User Comments:
- "This potato salad is really good! The flavors blend so well together."
- "I love the combination of potatoes and hard-boiled eggs in this dish."
- "The fresh herbs give this salad a nice touch."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure potatoes are cooked thoroughly but not overcooked to maintain texture.
- Use fresh ingredients for best results, especially herbs and eggs.
- Adjust the seasoning, especially the salt, according to preference.
