The Secret Ingredient Potato Salad: Simple, Filling Meal Prep Recipe with Beans & Eggs | Culinary Co

Looking for a salad that is actually a complete, satisfying meal? This hearty potato and bean salad recipe combines staple ingredients like boiled potatoes, protein-rich eggs and beans, and crunchy dill pickles, making it the perfect choice for dinner or healthy meal prep. This is true Culinary Education! We share a highly effective Professional Cooking Technique for mellowing the sharp bite of raw red onion using a brief hot water blanch. This simple step transforms the flavor profile of the entire dish. We elevate this robust salad with a creamy, flavorful dressing featuring the secret ingredient: grainy mustard mixed thoroughly with sour cream (or mayonnaise). This method ensures an even distribution of spice and tang, resulting in a perfectly balanced flavor. This highly Nutritional, economical recipe is a must-try for Healthy Living enthusiasts and serves as a delicious, filling main course. Don't forget to subscribe to Culinary Compass for more Gourmet, easy recipes and tips! Full ingredient list and instructions are below. *** *The Secret Ingredient Potato & Bean Salad Recipe* *Ingredients:* 2 Dill Pickles (or marinated cucumbers), diced 1 Medium Red Onion, diced 2 Boiled Potatoes, diced 2 Hard-Boiled Eggs, diced 1 Can (approx. 8 oz) Beans (e.g., Cannellini or Kidney), drained Fresh Parsley, finely chopped 1/3 tsp Salt (to taste) Pinch of Allspice Freshly Ground Black Pepper 3-4 Tbsp Sour Cream (or Mayonnaise) 1 Tbsp Grainy Mustard (or regular mustard) *Instructions:* 1. Dice pickles, potatoes, and hard-boiled eggs. 2. Dice the red onion. Pour boiling water over the onion for 1 minute, then drain immediately to remove the sharpness. 3. Combine all diced ingredients, beans, and chopped parsley in a bowl. 4. In a separate bowl, mix the sour cream and grainy mustard until well combined. 5. Season the salad with salt, allspice, and pepper. 6. Add the dressing and mix gently until everything is coated. Serve immediately or chill for best flavor.