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Tuna salad with potatoes on a white plate with a fork.
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Creamy Tuna Potato Salad

Creamy Tuna Potato Salad made with pantry staple is perfect for potlucks, lunches, or a quick, make-ahead dinner.
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 433kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds Russet or Yukon Gold Potatoes peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 teaspoon Salt for potato water
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1 Tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 Tablespoon Vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 2 5 ounce cans Tuna in water, drained and flaked
  • 3 Hard-boiled Eggs chopped
  • ½ cup Celery finely diced
  • cup Red Onion finely diced
  • ¼ cup Sweet Relish
  • 1-2 Tablespoon Fresh Dill

Instructions

  • Place potatoes and salt in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 8–10 minutes or until fork-tender. Drain and let cool completely.
    2 pounds Russet or Yukon Gold Potatoes, 1 teaspoon Salt
  • Cool the potatoes: Drain the potatoes and pour onto a baking sheet to cool before assembly the salad.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the mayo, Dijon mustard, vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
    1 cup Mayonnaise, 1 Tablespoon Dijon Mustard, 1 Tablespoon Vinegar, ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder, ½ teaspoon Salt, ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • In a large mixing bowl, gently toss the cooled potatoes with the tuna, chopped eggs, celery, onion, and pickles. Pour the dressing over the top and gently stir to combine.
    2 5 ounce cans Tuna, 3 Hard-boiled Eggs, ½ cup Celery, ⅓ cup Red Onion, ¼ cup Sweet Relish, 1-2 Tablespoon Fresh Dill
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors come together. Add extra mayo just before serving if it seems a little dry.

Notes

  • Store leftover salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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Nutrition

Calories: 433kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 17g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 1169mg | Potassium: 715mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 325IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 2mg
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