Rustic Picnic Potato Salad with Dijon and Fresh Chives
A hearty potato salad featuring tender potatoes tossed in a tangy Dijon mustard dressing with fresh chives for a bright finish. This american-inspired salads ready in about 28 minutes pairs small red potatoes, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs small red potatoes
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 3 tbsp chopped fresh chives
- 1 finely diced celery stalk
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Place 1.5 lbs small red potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15-18 minutes until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Step 2: Drain the potatoes and let cool slightly, then cut into 1-inch chunks.
- Step 3: In a large bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup mayonnaise, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar until smooth.
- Step 4: Add the warm potato chunks, 3 tbsp chopped fresh chives, 1 finely diced celery stalk, 1 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to the dressing. Toss gently to coat all pieces evenly.
- Step 5: Refrigerate the potato salad for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld and the salad to chill.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Rustic Picnic Potato Salad with Dijon and Fresh Chives take to make?
Total time is about 28 minutes (10 min prep + 18 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Rustic Picnic Potato Salad with Dijon and Fresh Chives?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep small red potatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Rustic Picnic Potato Salad with Dijon and Fresh Chives?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Rustic Picnic Potato Salad with Dijon and Fresh Chives for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Rustic Picnic Potato Salad with Dijon and Fresh Chives?
American salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
