Description
This Loaded Potato Salad is a creamy, indulgent side dish packed with tender potatoes, crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and fresh herbs. The perfect addition to your barbecue, potluck, or any gathering, it’s easy to prepare and bursting with flavor in every bite!
Ingredients
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Potatoes
- 3 lbs yellow baby potatoes, washed and diced into bite-size pieces
Dressing
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
Add-ins & Garnish
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 8 cooked bacon slices, chopped or crumbled
- 3 Tbsp chives, fresh, chopped
- 2 Tbsp parsley, fresh, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Boil the Potatoes
Add the diced potatoes to a large pot of salted boiling water over medium-high heat. Reduce to a simmer and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Once done, drain and rinse the potatoes under cold water. Set them aside to cool to room temperature. - Prepare the Dressing
While the potatoes cool, mix the sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a medium-sized mixing bowl until well combined. - Combine Ingredients
Gently toss the cooled potatoes with the sour cream mixture in a large bowl until the potatoes are evenly coated. - Add the Mix-ins
Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, chopped bacon, and fresh chives until evenly distributed throughout the salad. - Adjust Seasoning & Garnish
Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Finally, garnish the salad with fresh parsley for an added burst of flavor. - Chill
Chill the potato salad in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving. Serve and enjoy this delicious dish!
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days.
- This dish can be prepared a day in advance to save time.
- For a lighter version, substitute sour cream with nonfat Greek yogurt, and opt for turkey bacon instead of pork bacon.
- Perfect as a side dish for barbecues, picnics, or holiday gatherings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scoop
- Calories: 319
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 434mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 38mg
