Loaded Baked Potato Salad
Loaded Baked Potato Salad is a hearty, flavorful twist on classic potato salad, featuring all the best toppings of a loaded baked potato: bacon, cheddar cheese, green onions, and a creamy sour cream-based dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiled
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (optional, for tang)
Instructions
- Place cubed potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, and bring to a boil. Cook until fork-tender, about 10-15 minutes. Drain and cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, mix together sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and apple cider vinegar if using.
- Add the warm potatoes to the dressing and gently mix to coat.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, and crumbled bacon (reserving a small amount of each for garnish).
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Garnish with reserved cheese, bacon, and green onions before serving.
Notes
- Use Yukon gold potatoes for a creamier texture if preferred.
- Salad can be made a day ahead for enhanced flavor.
- Substitute Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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