Split-Color Potato Salad with Dill Vinaigrette and Lemon-Herb Dressing

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Potatoes tossed in two complementary dressings: one creamy dill vinaigrette and one bright lemon-herb, creating a colorful and refreshing salad. This American-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs potatoes, mayonnaise, dill pickles 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 210 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.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 15 min Serves 6 American cuisine 210 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 2 lbs cubed potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15 minutes until fork-tender.
  2. Step 2: Drain potatoes and let cool to room temperature.
  3. Step 3: For dill dressing: whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup finely diced dill pickles, 1 tbsp dill weed, and 1/4 cup red wine vinegar.
  4. Step 4: For lemon dressing: whisk together 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1 tbsp finely chopped chives, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, and salt to taste.
  5. Step 5: Divide cooled potatoes into two equal bowls.
  6. Step 6: Toss one bowl of potatoes with 3/4 of the dill dressing and 1/2 cup diced celery until evenly coated.
  7. Step 7: Toss the other bowl with 3/4 of the lemon dressing and 2 tbsp sliced green onions until evenly coated.
  8. Step 8: Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.

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