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Heirloom Potato Salad

Name: Heirloom Potato Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds small heirloom potatoes; 2 ribs celery, chopped; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped; 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh tarragon, finely chopped; 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Vegetarian Stove-Top Diner-Style

Time: 20 minutes

Yield: 6 servings

About

This is the kind of potato salad you share through the generations! Heirloom Potato Salad is classic in its heartiness and creamy flavor, with the tang of the mayonnaise elevated by the addition of bright lemon. It's refreshing and herbaceous, with just the right amount of sweetness to balance out the delicious savory flavors. It might be called Heirloom Potato Salad, but it's a fresh take on a classic side dish!

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds small heirloom potatoes
2 ribs celery, chopped
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh tarragon, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

Step 1 -Add the potatoes to a large pot and cover them with heavily salted water.

Step 2 -Bring the potatoes to a boil and then reduce the heat to low.

Step 3 -Simmer the potatoes until tender, about 12-20 minutes.

Step 4 -Stir together the celery, the mayonnaise, the chives, the lemon zest, the lemon juice, the sugar, the salt, the tarragon, and the pepper in a large bowl.

Step 5 -Drain the potatoes and allow them to cool completely.

Step 6 -Halve or quarter the potatoes, depending on their size.

Step 7 -Add the dressing to the potatoes and toss to coat.

Step 8 -Serve.

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