Easy Instant Pot Potato Salad

Ingredients and Weight:

• Potatoes: 500 grams (approximately 2 large potatoes)
• Red onions: 1 large, diced
• Eggs: 4 hard-boiled, chopped
• Celery: 1 stalk, diced
• Mayonnaise: 1 cup
• Mustard: 1 tablespoon
• Salt: 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper: ½ teaspoon
• Fresh herbs (such as dill or parsley) for garnish (optional)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes (plus time for hard-boiling eggs)
• Cooking Time: 20 minutes in Instant Pot

Difficulty Level:

Level 2 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Set Instant Pot to "Steam" mode and add water.
2. Clean and peel the potatoes, cut into cubes.
3. When the Instant Pot is hot, add the potato cubes and cook for 10-15 minutes until tender.
4. While the potatoes are cooking, hard-boil the eggs and dice them. Dice the red onion and celery.
5. Once the potatoes are cooked, rinse with cold water and set aside to cool.
6. In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, diced eggs, onions, celery, mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
7. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
8. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: Approx. 350 calories per serving (assuming a serving size of ½ cup)
• Fat: 22g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 8g
• Note: Nutritional information may vary based on specific ingredients used.

Dish Characteristics:

• A classic American-style potato salad that is creamy and flavorful.
• The use of an Instant Pot makes the cooking process quick and easy.
• Can be served as a side dish or as a standalone meal with additional protein.

User Comments:

1. "This potato salad was so easy to make in the Instant Pot! The texture of the potatoes was perfect." - John Doe
2. "Love the combination of flavors in this salad. The celery and red onions add a nice crunch." - Jane Smith
3. "Great dish for a summer barbecue. The salad stayed chilled even after being outside for several hours." - Michael Johnson

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to peel the potatoes thoroughly to remove any impurities.
• Adjust seasoning according to taste.
• Hard-boil the eggs in advance to save time during the preparation process.
• For best results, let the salad chill in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving.