RECIPES
Potato Salad with Eggs and Tuna
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Potato Salad with Eggs and Tuna
Ingredients:
- Salad:
- 6 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 4 large eggs
- 1 can (7 oz) tuna or salmon, drained and flaked
- 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1/2 cup grated carrots
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup green olives, sliced (optional)
- Dressing:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp white vinegar
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Cook the Potatoes:
- Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover with cold water.
- Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 10-15 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and allow them to cool.
- Cook the Eggs:
- Place the eggs in a pot and cover with cold water.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Drain the hot water and place the eggs in cold water to cool.
- Peel the eggs and slice them.
- Prepare the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, white vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- Combine Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked potatoes, flaked tuna or salmon, chopped celery, chopped red onion, grated carrots, and chopped parsley.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
- Add the Eggs and Olives:
- Gently fold in the sliced eggs and green olives (if using).
- Garnish with extra parsley if desired.
- Chill and Serve:
- Refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Enjoy your classic potato salad with eggs and tuna!