Swedish potato salad is a refreshing and simple summer side dish that is perfect for picnics and barbecues. It consists of boiled potatoes mixed with a creamy dressing made with mayonnaise, sour cream, and Dijon mustard. This recipe is easy to make and can be customized with your favorite herbs and spices.
Prep Time
Preparation time for this recipe is approximately 10-15 minutes.
Cook Time
Cooking time for this recipe is approximately 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds of baby potatoes - 1/2 cup of mayonnaise - 1/2 cup of sour cream - 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard - 1/2 teaspoon of salt - 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper - 1/4 cup of chopped chives - 1/4 cup of chopped dill
Equipment
- Large pot - Colander - Mixing bowl - Whisk - Knife - Cutting board
Method
1. Wash the potatoes and place them in a large pot. Cover them with cold water and add a pinch of salt. Bring the water to a boil and cook the potatoes for 15-20 minutes until they are tender. Drain the potatoes and let them cool for a few minutes. 2. While the potatoes are cooling, prepare the dressing. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth. 3. Once the potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut them into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl. Add the chopped chives and dill. 4. Pour the dressing over the potatoes and stir gently until the potatoes are coated evenly. 5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- You can use any type of baby potatoes for this recipe, but I prefer using red-skinned or yellow-skinned potatoes. - You can adjust the amount of mayonnaise and sour cream to your liking. If you prefer a creamier potato salad, add more mayonnaise and sour cream. - You can add other herbs and spices to the dressing, such as parsley, tarragon, or garlic powder. - This potato salad can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Nutrition Information
This recipe makes approximately 8 servings. Each serving contains: - Calories: 253 - Fat: 15g - Saturated Fat: 3g - Cholesterol: 14mg - Sodium: 304mg - Carbohydrates: 26g - Fiber: 3g - Sugar: 2g - Protein: 4g
Recipe Tips
- Make sure to not overcook the potatoes. They should be fork-tender but not mushy. - If you don't have chives or dill, you can use other herbs like basil or thyme. - To make the potato salad more colorful, you can add chopped red bell peppers or cherry tomatoes. - If you prefer a tangy dressing, add a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar or lemon juice to the dressing.
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