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Loaded Potato Salad

Loaded Potato Salad That's Creamy, Crunchy, and Customizable

This Loaded Potato Salad is a creamy, crunchy dish perfect for summer gatherings, packed with baby potatoes, bacon, and cheese.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 lbs Baby Potatoes Red and yellow varieties for flavor
  • 1 cup Sour Cream
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise Swap with Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Sharp cheddar enhances the flavor
  • 4 slices Crispy Bacon Can use plant-based bacon for a vegetarian option
  • ½ cup Chopped Green Onions Add more for extra garnish
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash the baby potatoes thoroughly and place them in a large pot filled with cold water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and cook for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and cool slightly.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sour cream and mayonnaise until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Cut the cooled potatoes into halves or quarters, then fold them into the dressing along with the cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and chopped green onions.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Gently mix the ingredients to keep the potatoes intact and consider making it a day in advance for better flavor.

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