Mom's Italian Potato Salad Recipe

Ingredients:

• 5 large Yukon Gold potatoes
• 1 large cucumber, chopped
• 5 stalks celery, chopped
• 1 large red onion, chopped
• cup green olives with pimento, chopped
• cup olive oil
• cup red wine vinegar
• teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Place the potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring the water to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
2. Drain the potatoes and set them aside to cool. Once cooled, cut them into 1-inch cubes.
3. In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, chopped cucumber, celery, onion, and olives.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, and garlic powder.
5. Pour the dressing over the potatoes and vegetables, and mix everything together thoroughly.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Refrigerate the salad for at least an hour to chill.
8. Before serving, stir the salad again to ensure the dressing is well distributed.

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

Servings: 6

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.