Description
Indulge in the rich and flavorful Ultimate Loaded Potato Salad Recipe that combines creamy potatoes with bacon, cheddar cheese, and a medley of seasonings for a satisfying side dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Potato Salad:
- 2 pounds russet or Yukon gold potatoes (peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks)
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Add-Ins:
- 6 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup chopped green onions
- ¼ cup chopped fresh chives
- 3 hard-boiled eggs (chopped)
- Optional paprika for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Potatoes: Boil potatoes until fork-tender, drain, and cool slightly.
- Mix Dressing: Combine sour cream, mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, seasonings in a bowl.
- Combine Ingredients: Add potatoes to dressing, mix in bacon, cheese, onions, eggs, and chives.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, garnish with paprika before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter option.
- For a smoky twist, try using smoked cheddar.
- This salad can be made a day ahead and kept chilled until ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
