Description
Loaded Baked Potato Salad is a delightful twist on the classic side dish that combines the rich flavors of loaded baked potatoes into a creamy salad. This recipe features tender russet potatoes mixed with crispy bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and fresh green onions, all enveloped in a tangy dressing made from sour cream and mayonnaise. Perfect for potlucks, summer barbecues, or holiday gatherings, this hearty salad is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more. Easy to make and even easier to customize, it’s a delicious addition to any meal.
Ingredients
- 4 pounds russet potatoes
- 12 ounces cooked bacon (chopped)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded medium cheddar cheese
- 6 green onions (chopped)
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- Olive oil
- Apple cider vinegar
- Kosher salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Pierce cleaned potatoes with a fork and coat with olive oil and salt. Bake for 50-60 minutes until tender. Cool slightly, peel, and chop into chunks.
- Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy; set aside to cool.
- In a bowl, combine mayonnaise and sour cream; season with salt and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, gently combine warm potatoes with dressing, crumbled bacon, green onions, and cheddar cheese. Mix well.
- Refrigerate for at least three hours or overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg