Creamy Potato Salad with Herbs
No BBQ gathering is complete without a bowl of delicious creamy potato salad with herbs at the picnic table! This potato salad is lighter and brighter than most potato salads. This easy side dish comes together in just 30 minutes, and is sure to be a new favorite.
Servings: 6 -8 servings
Ingredients
For the Potato Salad
- 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes either halved baby potatoes or larger ones cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons sea salt or kosher salt for cooking potatoes
- 1 cup celery finely chopped, about 2 large ribs
For the Dressing
- ½ cup good-quality mayonnaise
- ⅓ cup full-fat Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 2 tablespoons white wine or white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey optional (for a touch of sweetness)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 3-4 tablespoons fresh tarragon chopped (or parsley, chives, or a mix)
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold, salted water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer. Cook until fork-tender, about 10–15 minutes depending on size. Drain and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, white wine (or vinegar), honey (if using), Dijon mustard, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the chopped celery and fresh herbs. Taste and adjust seasoning, as this is where the flavor really comes together.
- Add the warm (not hot) potatoes to the bowl and gently toss until everything is evenly coated. The slightly warm potatoes will absorb the dressing beautifully.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors meld. Finish with extra fresh herbs and a sprinkle of salt and pepper on top. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use Yukon gold potatoes, as they stay creamy and never chalky.
- Dress the potatoes while they're slightly warm for the best flavor.
- Don’t skip the fresh herbs, as they make this whole dish feel bright and elevated.
- Taste before serving, as sometimes it just needs one more pinch of salt.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 223kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 133mg | Potassium: 706mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 89IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1mg
