Description
Loaded Baked Potato Salad is a delicious twist on the classic steakhouse favorite, combining tender russet potatoes, crispy bacon, and creamy cheddar cheese in a tangy dressing. Perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or family gatherings, this easy recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. With its rich flavors and delightful textures, it transforms any meal into a memorable experience. The coolness of the salad allows the ingredients to meld beautifully, making it even tastier when prepared ahead of time. Serve it chilled as a side dish or as part of a picnic spread; either way, it’s bound to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pounds russet potatoes
- 12 ounces cooked bacon, chopped
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 green onions, chopped
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Pierce cleaned russet potatoes with a fork and coat lightly with olive oil and salt. Roast for 50-60 minutes until tender. Let cool slightly before peeling and chopping into chunks.
- In a skillet, cook bacon until crispy; crumble and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise and sour cream; season with salt and pepper.
- Combine cooled potatoes with dressing, bacon, green onions, and cheddar cheese in a large mixing bowl. Fold gently until combined.
- Chill for at least 3 hours 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: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg