Potato Salad with 7-Minute Eggs and Mustard Vinaigrette
A fresh take on classic potato salad featuring tender Yukon Gold potatoes, jammy seven-minute eggs, and a tangy mustard vinaigrette, brightened with fresh herbs and crunchy pickles.
Ingredients
- •2½ pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- •4 large eggs
- •1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- •3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- •2 tablespoons whole grain mustard
- •1 teaspoon honey
- •⅓ cup olive oil
- •to taste Kosher salt and pepper
- •1 cup parsley
- •3 tablespoons dill pickles
- •2 tablespoons chives
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
Steam potatoes, covered, in a metal steamer basket set in a large pot over boiling water until tender, 20-30 minutes, depending on size. Transfer to a plate and let cool.
25 min
- 2.
Meanwhile, cook eggs in a large saucepan of boiling water until whites are set and yolks are still slightly soft, 7 minutes. Drain; transfer eggs to a bowl of ice water and chill until cold. Drain and peel; set eggs aside.
7 min
- 3.
Toast mustard seeds in a dry small skillet over medium-low heat, tossing constantly, until seeds start to pop, about 1 minute. Transfer to a small bowl (be ready with bowl; once seeds get going, it's chaos).
1 min
- 4.
Whisk vinegar, mustard, and honey in a large bowl. Whisking constantly, gradually add oil; whisk until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper. Set 3 tablespoons vinaigrette aside for drizzling.
5 min
- 5.
Halve potatoes and add to bowl with vinaigrette. Add parsley and toss to coat; season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a platter. Halve reserved eggs and tuck in between potatoes. Drizzle with reserved vinaigrette. Top with pickles, chives, and toasted mustard seeds.
10 min
- 6.
Eggs can be boiled 1 day ahead; drain, cover, and chill. Peel just before using. Vinaigrette can be made 3 days ahead; cover and chill.