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Eggy Potato Salad with Pickles

This classic potato salad with eggs and pickles is a comforting vegetarian side dish that brings a nostalgic touch to any spread. By lightly smashing the red-skinned potatoes while they are still warm, you create a rustic texture that allows the tangy dressing to be absorbed beautifully. The addition of sweet pickle juice and mustard provides a sharp, bright contrast to the creamy mayonnaise and rich egg yolks, resulting in a perfectly balanced flavour profile.

Ideal for summer entertaining, this versatile dish works well at a garden barbecue or as part of a traditional picnic. It is a brilliant make-ahead option, as the flavours develop and improve after a few hours in the fridge. Serve it chilled in individual bowls, topped with a dusting of paprika and a crunchy pickle for a simple yet professional presentation.

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Ingredients for Eggy Potato Salad with Pickles

  • 1.2kg medium red-skinned potatoes, peeled (about 8)

  • 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt plus more

  • 120ml mayonnaise

  • 60ml sweet pickle juice from jar

  • 8-10 sweet-pickle chips

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

  • 1 teaspoon sugar

  • 1/4 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper plus more

  • 5 large hard-boiled egg yolks

  • 2 tablespoons chopped red onion

  • 2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley

  • Paprika

Place potatoes in a large pot. Add water to cover by 2", season with salt, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and cook until potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife, 20-30 minutes. Drain. Place potatoes in a large bowl and let cool slightly.

Meanwhile, whisk mayonnaise, pickle juice, Dijon mustard, sugar, 1/4 teaspoons pepper, and 1 1/4 teaspoons salt in a small bowl for dressing.

Using a large wooden spoon, coarsely smash potatoes, leaving some larger pieces mixed with some well-mashed pieces.

Add dressing and egg yolks to potatoes and toss to coat, coarsely smashing egg yolks. Add onion and parsley; gently mix to incorporate. Season to taste with more salt and pepper, if desired. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.

Divide potato salad among small paper cups or bowls; dust with paprika. Top each serving with a pickle chip.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 28 Jan 2026 | Originally published

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