Spicy Dill Potato Salad
Spicy Dill Potato Salad combines perfectly cooked baby potatoes with a creamy dressing made from mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, garlic, lemon juice, and fresh dill. Jalapeños and chili flakes add a spicy kick, while celery, red onion, and green onions provide freshness and crunch. This versatile salad is ideal for barbecues, picnics, holiday gatherings, or meal prep. Easy to prepare and full of flavor, it's a crowd-pleasing side dish that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, seafood, burgers, or vegetarian entrees.
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 2 pounds (900 g) baby potatoes, halved
- 2 celery stalks, finely diced
- ½ red onion, finely chopped
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 fresh jalapeño, finely chopped (remove seeds for less heat)
- ¼ cup fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
For the Creamy Dressing
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Wash the potatoes thoroughly and cut larger ones into equal-sized pieces.
- Place the potatoes in a large pot of salted water and bring to a boil.
- Cook for 15–20 minutes until fork-tender but not mushy.
- Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic, vinegar, smoked paprika, chili flakes, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the warm potatoes, celery, red onion, green onions, jalapeño, dill, and parsley to the bowl.
- Gently fold everything together until the potatoes are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to develop.
- Garnish with extra dill, paprika, or crispy bacon just before serving.
Notes
- Baby potatoes hold their shape best after cooking.
- Don't overcook the potatoes to avoid a mushy salad.
- Mixing while the potatoes are slightly warm helps absorb more flavor.
- Fresh dill gives the best aroma and taste.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less jalapeño.
- Chill before serving for the best flavor.
- Add bacon only just before serving to keep it crisp.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.