Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Boil and cool potatoes
- Bring a Dutch oven of water to a boil over high heat and add the cubed red potatoes (skin on). Boil for 10–15 minutes, until tender when pierced with a fork, then drain well.
- Spread the drained potatoes on a tray or in the pot and cool until no longer steaming. Allow 5–10 minutes at room temperature so the salad dressing won’t thin.
Make the classic dressing
- In a bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, white wine vinegar, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust with more salt and pepper if needed.
Assemble and chill
- Add the cooled potatoes, diced celery, finely diced red onion, and chopped parsley to a large bowl. Toss gently to distribute the mix evenly.
- Pour the dressing over the potato mixture and toss well until every piece is coated. Scrape the bottom of the bowl to avoid dry spots.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. Chill until cold and slightly thickened, with a cohesive creamy texture.
Notes
For the best skin-on texture, start checking potatoes at 10 minutes so they’re tender but not falling apart. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days; freezer not recommended. For a lighter option, use light mayonnaise (or half mayo/half Greek yogurt) to keep the dressing creamy with fewer calories.
