Creamy Mashed Potato Salad with Apples and Eggs
Easy Homemade Mashed Potato Salad with Eggs and Fresh Apples
During the season when new potatoes are abundant, try making this wonderfully tender salad with crisp, seasonal potatoes. Make a generous batch, and you’ll have a delightful treat to fill soft bread rolls for a delicious potato salad sandwich, or to enjoy as a satisfying snack. It’s also perfect for kids! Let’s make this irresistible potato salad! ^^
Salad Ingredients- 4 Potatoes (approx. 800g)
- 1 Cucumber
- 3 Eggs
- 1/2 Onion
- 1 piece Carrot (approx. 50g)
- 1/2 Apple
Dressing Ingredients- 4 Tbsp Mayonnaise (generous)
- 1/2 tsp Bamboo Salt
- 1 Tbsp Honey
- 1 Tbsp Whole Grain Mustard
- 4 Tbsp Mayonnaise (generous)
- 1/2 tsp Bamboo Salt
- 1 Tbsp Honey
- 1 Tbsp Whole Grain Mustard
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, wash the potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt. Place them, unpeeled, in a steamer basket and cook over high heat until a chopstick can easily pierce them, indicating they are fully tender (about 20-25 minutes).
Step 2
Thinly slice the cucumber into rounds. Place the slices in a bowl, sprinkle with 1/2 tsp bamboo salt, and gently toss. Let it sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture, then firmly squeeze out all excess water.
Step 3
Finely dice the carrot. Place the diced carrot in a small bowl, sprinkle with 1/2 tsp bamboo salt, and let it sit for 10 minutes. This process helps enhance the carrot’s natural sweetness while maintaining its crisp texture.
Step 4
Similarly, finely dice the onion. Place the diced onion in a bowl, add 1/2 tsp bamboo salt, and let it sit for 10 minutes. Salting the onion reduces its sharp bite and brings out its sweetness.
Step 5
Boil the eggs until hard-boiled (about 12-15 minutes). Once cooked, cool them in cold water, peel, and set aside. Core the apple and dice it into small pieces, similar in size to the potatoes.
Step 6
While the steamed potatoes are still warm, peel off their skins. Transfer them to a bowl and mash them until smooth. Aim for a creamy consistency without large lumps. Add the hard-boiled eggs and mash them together with the potatoes. A fork or potato masher works well for this.
Step 7
To the mashed potato and egg mixture, add the squeezed-out onion and cucumber, the diced carrot, and the chopped apple. Add 4 Tbsp mayonnaise, 1 Tbsp honey, and 1 Tbsp whole grain mustard. Gently mix everything together until well combined. ***For an even creamier salad, you can add an extra tablespoon of mayonnaise.
Step 8
The combination of the soft, comforting potatoes and the crisp textures of the apple and vegetables creates a truly delightful salad. ***Because the cucumber, onion, and carrot were salted and squeezed, they already carry some seasoning. However, if you find it bland after tasting, you can add about 1 tsp more bamboo salt to adjust the flavor.
Step 9
To make delicious potato salad sandwiches, generously fill soft morning rolls with the prepared potato salad, adding fresh lettuce and a slice of cheese. It’s a fantastic option for a delightful brunch or a satisfying snack!
