A mixture of mayonnaise and yogurt give this potato salad a creamy texture with a refreshing lightness to it. Add in some pickles and capers for zing, and you’ve got a quick and easy potato salad that everyone loves.

 

Ingredients (Serves 4)

2 lbs (900g) potatoes

3 tbsp mayonnaise

3 tbsp plain yogurt

1 tsp wholegrain mustard

½ tsp dried basil

¼ tsp pepper

Dash salt

2 pickles, chopped (½ cup)

1 tbsp capers, drained

 

1. Cut the potatoes into small bite-sized pieces.

2. In a large pot of salted boiling water, boil the potatoes for 15-20 minutes, until tender.

3. Drain the potatoes and run cold water over them for 15-20 seconds, to cool slightly.

4. In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, yogurt, mustard, basil, pepper, and salt. Add the pickles and capers, and mix in.

5. Add the warm potatoes and toss until well coated with dressing.

Serve slightly warm or chill and serve cold later.